CRT Respiratory Therapist – Sign-On Bonus & Growth Path

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC St. Margaret is hiring a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CR T) to join a collaborative Respiratory Therapy team with strong support and a clear career ladder. The role supports programs like the COPD Navigator and offers growth opportunities within the department.

Sign-on bonuses are available for qualified candidates, with a 2-year commitment. Final placement depends on education and experience and corresponds to appropriate title and pay rate.

Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) with current licensure
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment safely

Responsibilities

• Evaluates medical orders and interprets clinical data to guide therapy.
• Sets up and operates devices like ventilators and aerosol generators; ensures proper dosing and parameters.
• Assists in transporting ventilated patients and responds to code situations.
• Maintains patient charts and documents therapy details and modifications.
• Reads prescriptions, measures arterial blood gases, and assesses therapy requirements.
• Monitors patient responses and conducts pulmonary function testing as needed.

Skills

CRT certification

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

UPMC St. Margaret is hiring a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CR T) to join a collaborative Respiratory Therapy team with strong support and a clear career ladder. The role supports programs like the COPD Navigator and offers growth opportunities within the department.

Sign-on bonuses are available for qualified candidates, with a 2-year commitment. Final placement depends on education and experience and corresponds to appropriate title and pay rate.