Entry-Level Respiratory Therapist – Patient Care

McLeod Health; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care and respiratory therapy across the facility, while maintaining professional image and strong patient relations.

The role requires completing procedures as prescribed, participating in educational activities, documenting records, and responding to emergencies with clinical judgement. Accreditation and certifications (NBRC, RRT or new graduate, ACLS, PALS) are required within defined timelines.

Qualifications

• Zero to less than one year of experience in Respiratory Care.
• Must maintain NBRC credential if obtained after July 1, 2002.
• RRT or new graduate with up to 3 months to obtain credential after hire/graduation.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within specified post-hire timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains professional image and excellent customer relations per Service Excellence Standards.
• Performs direct patient care and respiratory therapy procedures across the facility.
• Organizes workload to ensure therapies are completed as prescribed.
• Participates in RC educational activities and departmental meetings.
• Documents and maintains records, charts, and reports promptly.
• Responds to emergency alerts and documents appropriately.
• Exercises sound clinical judgement in patient care and monitoring, and communicates with caregivers.
• Evaluates patient care and makes recommendations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer relations

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC Continuing Competency Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or new graduate

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

McLeod Health in Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care and respiratory therapy across the facility, while maintaining professional image and strong patient relations.

The role requires completing procedures as prescribed, participating in educational activities, documenting records, and responding to emergencies with clinical judgement. Accreditation and certifications (NBRC, RRT or new graduate, ACLS, PALS) are required within defined timelines.