Registered Respiratory Therapist

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Health in Asheville, NC seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care across acute and chronic settings. The RRT assesses, treats, and monitors patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, administers oxygen and aerosol therapies, and responds to respiratory emergencies.

The therapist collaborates with physicians and nursing staff, educates patients and families, maintains accurate documentation, and supports quality and safety initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Active Respiratory Therapist license (state licensure as applicable).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred.
• Excellent assessment, critical thinking and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Administer oxygen and aerosol therapies as prescribed.
• Manage ventilators and monitor patient response to therapy.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care.
• Document care actions and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

RRT credential

Patient assessment

Ventilator management

ABG analysis

Job description

Mission Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide high‑quality respiratory care across acute and chronic settings. The RRT will assess, treat, and monitor patients with cardiopulmonary disorders, administer oxygen and aerosol therapies, manage ventilators, perform arterial blood gas sampling and analysis, and respond to respiratory emergencies. The therapist will collaborate closely with physicians and nursing staff, educate patients and families, maintain accurate documentation, and support quality and safety initiatives in our collaborative, growth‑oriented healthcare environment.