Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Atrium Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Concord, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support oxygen delivery, ventilator management and diagnostic procedures. You will collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes and ensure safe, evidence-based therapy.

Requirements include an accredited RT program, NBRC credentialing, BLS, and state licensure. Critical care experience and strong communication are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
• Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent). BA/BS or higher preferred.
• Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and licensed in the state of practice.
• BLS for healthcare providers required; advanced certification per facility/department.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
• Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding their purpose, benefits, and possible effects; performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
• Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators, aware of critical care duties.
• Independently evaluates current therapies and makes proper recommendations on plans of care and patient education.
• Documents therapy and results per hospital, department and regulatory requirements; communicates with the healthcare team.
• Initiates and adjusts respiratory care techniques in emergency settings and performs blood sampling analysis with understanding of abnormal results.
• Works independently across patient care areas and is proficient in EMR and its interface with Respiratory Care.
• Follows safety guidelines, completes regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluations of equipment and procedures.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilators

Therapy evaluation

Documentation

Emergency care

Blood gas analysis

EMR proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree in RT

Bachelor's degree preferred

Graduate of RT program

Job description

Atrium Health in Concord, NC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support oxygen delivery, ventilator management and diagnostic procedures. You will collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes and ensure safe, evidence-based therapy.

Requirements include an accredited RT program, NBRC credentialing, BLS, and state licensure. Critical care experience and strong communication are preferred for this role.