Critical Care Respiratory Therapist – Non-Reg (PRN)

musc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Non-Registered Respiratory Therapist (Non-Reg RT) at Medical University Hospital Authority provides respiratory care in ICU and step-down units, handling complex cardiopulmonary conditions with strong clinical judgment. It reports to the Respiratory Therapy Manager and collaborates with the RT Shift Lead.

Responsibilities include supporting life‑support therapies such as ventilation and airway management within a tertiary academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Licensed/Certified as a respiratory care practitioner by SC Board of Medical Examiners.
• Registry-eligible for NBRC Advanced Practitioner Examination; register within 18 months.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in diagnosis, treatment, and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Collects/analyzes sputum, blood, and breath samples to determine gas levels.
• Administers physician-prescribed treatments and oversees RT technicians.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Emergency response

Education

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

The Non-Registered Respiratory Therapist (Non-Reg RT) at Medical University Hospital Authority provides respiratory care in ICU and step-down units, handling complex cardiopulmonary conditions with strong clinical judgment. It reports to the Respiratory Therapy Manager and collaborates with the RT Shift Lead.

Responsibilities include supporting life‑support therapies such as ventilation and airway management within a tertiary academic medical center.