Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (CRTT)

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine in Weirton, WV is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to set up and operate oxygen and therapeutic gas equipment, administer prescribed therapies, and respond to emergencies.

You will perform arterial blood gas sampling, assist in anesthesia with tracheostomy care, and maintain respiratory equipment. The role requires BLS certification and West Virginia license.

This part-time position offers a 20-hour weekly schedule with opportunities to support ICU, ER, and general wards.

Qualifications

• Licensed respiratory therapist per WV Board requirements.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates oxygen and therapeutic gas equipment and administers prescribed therapies.
• Administers respiratory treatments and conducts pulmonary function tests.
• Draws arterial blood gases and analyzes results.
• Responds to code calls and participates in cardiac/pulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintains and sanitizes respiratory equipment and supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Licensed Respiratory Therapist (West Virginia)

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

WVU Medicine in Weirton, WV is seeking a licensed Respiratory Therapist to set up and operate oxygen and therapeutic gas equipment, administer prescribed therapies, and respond to emergencies.

You will perform arterial blood gas sampling, assist in anesthesia with tracheostomy care, and maintain respiratory equipment. The role requires BLS certification and West Virginia license.

This part-time position offers a 20-hour weekly schedule with opportunities to support ICU, ER, and general wards.