Critical Care Respiratory Therapist

Atrium Health; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Lincolnton, NC. You will apply knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and equipment to achieve adequate oxygenation, administer prescribed therapies, and monitor ventilators in critical care settings.

You will independently evaluate therapies, document outcomes, and communicate with the health care team, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in daily patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of work.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and equipment to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers and documents prescribed respiratory procedures and diagnostics.
• Initiates, monitors, and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators in critical care settings.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilator management

Therapeutic procedures

Diagnostic procedures

Emergency respiratory care

EMR proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy

BA/BS preferred

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist in Lincolnton, NC. You will apply knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and equipment to achieve adequate oxygenation, administer prescribed therapies, and monitor ventilators in critical care settings.

You will independently evaluate therapies, document outcomes, and communicate with the health care team, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in daily patient care.