PRN Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care

MedStar Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient care across age groups under physician orders, following established standards and protocols. This PRN position offers day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities include performing all respiratory therapies, managing equipment, assessing patient needs, documenting education, and supporting interdepartmental workflows.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required.
• Registry eligible required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 0-3 years acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders following established standards and protocols.
• Perform all respiratory therapy treatments and manage equipment.
• Assess patient needs and document education.
• Respond to CPR and assist in resuscitation.
• Review EMR and physician orders.
• Support workflow efficiency and department safety.

Skills

CRT certification

RRT certification preferred

RCP license Maryland

CPR within 90 days

Education

AAS in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver patient care across age groups under physician orders, following established standards and protocols. This PRN position offers day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities include performing all respiratory therapies, managing equipment, assessing patient needs, documenting education, and supporting interdepartmental workflows.