Night Shift Respiratory Therapist — Ventilators & Care

MedStar Health; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 49,152 - 89,144; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for full-time night shift. Responsibilities include delivering respiratory care per physician orders, operating ventilators, and monitoring patients across all ages.

Strong emphasis on teamwork and safety within a busy acute care environment. Minimal qualifications include an AMA-accredited associate degree, registry eligibility, and required licenses (RCP, CRT) with CPR and ACLS within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care from an AMA-accredited program.
• Bachelor's degree in a related healthcare field preferred.
• Registry eligible required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to all patient populations per physician orders and standards.
• Operate, monitor, and manage respiratory therapy equipment including ventilators.
• Assess patients’ physical, psychosocial, educational needs and document appropriately.
• Review electronic medical records and physician orders during shifts.
• Respond to CPR and participate in crisis interventions when needed.
• Ensure safety and adherence to department policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

RCP License

CRT Certification

RRT Preferred

CPR Certification

ACLS Required within 1 year

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care (AMA-accredited)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner for full-time night shift. Responsibilities include delivering respiratory care per physician orders, operating ventilators, and monitoring patients across all ages.

Strong emphasis on teamwork and safety within a busy acute care environment. Minimal qualifications include an AMA-accredited associate degree, registry eligibility, and required licenses (RCP, CRT) with CPR and ACLS within 1 year.