Night Shift Respiratory Therapist - Ventilation Expert

MedStar Health; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 49,593 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations on the full-time night shift. Responsibilities include operating ventilators, conducting spirometry, and providing airway management under physician orders.

The role requires standing knowledge of respiratory care equipment, collaboration with the care team, and strict adherence to safety standards. Licenses and CPR training within required timelines are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: AA in respiratory care or higher; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience: <1 year acute care experience.
• Licenses: RCP, CRT, RRT active/licensed per Maryland/DC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders and standard protocols.
• Operate and monitor ventilators, monitors, spirometry, and life-support equipment.
• Assess patient needs across neonate to geriatrics and document care.
• Maintain safety standards and participate in CPR when needed.
• Review EMR and physician orders during shifts; ensure workflow efficiency.

Skills

Respiratory care knowledge

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field (preferred)

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

MedStar Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations on the full-time night shift. Responsibilities include operating ventilators, conducting spirometry, and providing airway management under physician orders.

The role requires standing knowledge of respiratory care equipment, collaboration with the care team, and strict adherence to safety standards. Licenses and CPR training within required timelines are essential.