Registered Respiratory Therapist

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association in Charleston, SC seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist I to deliver high-quality respiratory care in an academic health center. You will perform patient assessments, deliver therapies, manage ventilators, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, education for patients and families, and commitment to continuous improvement within a teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and respiratory therapy skills.
• Proficiency in ventilator/respiratory equipment management.
• Ability to interpret arterial blood gases accurately.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to education, innovation, inclusion, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and deliver therapeutic respiratory interventions.
• Manage ventilators and respiratory equipment for diverse patient populations.
• Interpret arterial blood gases and apply results to clinical care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and learners on respiratory care needs.
• Contribute to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Teamwork

Education

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist I provides high-quality respiratory care in an academic health center.

Key Duties

• Perform patient assessments and deliver therapeutic respiratory interventions
• Manage ventilators and respiratory equipment for diverse patient populations
• Interpret arterial blood gases and apply results to clinical care
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support patient outcomes
• Educate patients, families, and learners on respiratory care needs
• Contribute to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials
• Strong clinical assessment and respiratory therapy skills
• Proficiency in ventilator/respiratory equipment management
• Ability to interpret arterial blood gases accurately
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to education, innovation, inclusion, and community engagement