New Graduate Registered Respiratory Therapist

LewisGale Regional Health System; Pulaski (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with 100% match up to 9%

Tuition and student-loan assistance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a full-time Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering therapies, and managing mechanical ventilation. The candidate must have a Virginia RT license, an associate's degree from an accredited program, and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist. This position supports a night shift schedule and offers a sign-on bonus up to $10,000.

Qualifications

• Virginia license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner required.
• Associate’s degree or certificate from an approved RT school essential.
• NBRC Registry – Registered Respiratory Therapist expectation.
• NBRC Registry – Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS within 180 days.
• PALS within 180 days.
• NRP certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient assessment including breath sounds.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate need for therapy.
• Administer therapies such as oxygen and aerosol medication.
• Assist with artificial airway placement and initiate mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor patient response and intervene when needed.
• Transport ventilator‑dependent patients.
• Respond to emergent situations and ensure airway integrity during resuscitation.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Diagnostic procedure knowledge

Therapeutic skills

Mechanical ventilation management

Education

Associate’s degree or certificate from an approved RT school

Virginia license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner

NBRC Registry – Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification within 90 days of hire

ACLS certification within 180 days

PALS certification within 180 days

NRP certification

Job description

Sign on bonus up to $10,000

Overview

We are seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – New Graduates Welcome to join LewisGale Hospital Pulaski, a part of HCA Healthcare. This role supports high‑quality, patient‑centered respiratory care, including tests, therapies and mechanical ventilation management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low or no copay for prescriptions, behavioral health and telemedicine.
• Dental, vision, life, disability and supplemental health plans.
• Identity theft protection, legal counseling, and long‑term care coverage.
• Auto, home, pet insurance and moving assistance.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical and financial well‑being.
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount on HCA Healthcare stock).
• Family building/ fertility benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Home‑care referral services, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity.
• Retirement readiness and rollover assistance.
• Tuition and student‑loan assistance; dependent scholarships.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Paid time off, family leave and disability coverage.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund.

Job Summary & Qualifications

The Respiratory Therapist coordinates “high‑quality, patient‑centered respiratory care” in accordance with state standards. Responsibilities include diagnostic testing, therapeutic procedures and monitoring of patients receiving mechanical ventilation.

What you will do in this role

• Perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency and cuff pressure.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate need for respiratory therapy.
• Administer therapies, such as oxygen, aerosol medication and chest physiotherapy.
• Assist with artificial airway placement and initiate mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor patient response and notify provider or intervene when needed.
• Transport ventilator‑dependent patients.
• Respond to emergent situations and ensure airway integrity during resuscitation.

Qualifications

Required

• Virginia license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Associate’s degree or certificate from an approved RT school.
• NBRC Registry – Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 180 days.
• PALS certification within 180 days.
• NRP certification.

Preferred

• 1–2 years experience.
• NBRC Directory listing.

Hours: Full‑time, night shift (10 p.m.–6 a.m.)

LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We are committed to a culture of compassion, quality patient care and professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.