Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver and monitor oxygen and ventilator therapies, perform diagnostic procedures, and educate patients. The role requires active state licensure and an associate degree in respiratory therapy, with preferred BA/BS or higher and BSRT capability.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The RT will document care, collaborate with the care team, and adhere to PHI privacy and regulatory standards

Qualifications

• RRT credential required and active state license
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required
• BA/BS or higher degree preferred
• BSRT preferred is desired but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Administers oxygen delivery and ventilator therapy and monitors patient response
• Documents therapy results and communicates with the healthcare team
• Performs diagnostic procedures and manages emergency respiratory care
• Maintains ventilators and related equipment; follows safety and regulatory guidelines

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Growth & development knowledge

PHI privacy

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

BA/BS or higher preferred

BSRT preferred

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver and monitor oxygen and ventilator therapies, perform diagnostic procedures, and educate patients. The role requires active state licensure and an associate degree in respiratory therapy, with preferred BA/BS or higher and BSRT capability.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The RT will document care, collaborate with the care team, and adhere to PHI privacy and regulatory standards