Respiratory Therapist

UNIFI Healthcare; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

UNIFI Healthcare in Aiken, South Carolina, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to provide expert respiratory care across clinical settings. You will assess patients, administer therapies, and collaborate with care teams to tailor plans.

Licensure as CRT or RRT is required, with BLS mandatory and ACLS preferred. Experience in emergency or acute care is highly valued, and a patient-centered, compassionate approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT).
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience in emergency medicine or acute care settings is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with pulmonology concepts and medication protocols.
• Ability to assess patients accurately with compassionate care for diverse populations.
• Strong teamwork skills to thrive in high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status via vitals, oxygen, and exams.
• Deliver nebulizers, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications with precision.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses on individualized care plans.
• Monitor responses to therapy and adjust treatments as needed.
• Document procedures, responses, meds, and vitals per policy.

Skills

Patient assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Compassionate care

Medical terminology

Acute/emergency care

Education

Respiratory Therapist Licensure (CRT/RRT)

BLS Certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

UNIFI Healthcare Aiken, South Carolina, United States

About this position

At Unifi Healthcare, we are reimagining what healthcare can be—accessible, compassionate, and truly patient-centered. Our mission is to deliver a seamless, personalized experience that empowers individuals and supports them through their healthcare journey, helping people live longer, safer lives in the comfort of their own homes. Through our growing network of services and partners, we are building a model that reduces complexity, supports caregivers, and reimagines how at home healthcare is delivered across the U.S.

Unifi Healthcare manages this search directly. We're not working with outside recruiting agencies on this role, and we won't accept unsolicited candidate submissions or resumes from third parties.

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care to patients across diverse clinical settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work directly with patients and their care team where you are able to put the patient first.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status through detailed evaluation of vital signs, oxygen levels, and physical examination findings.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments including nebulizers, oxygen therapy, and aerosol medications with precision and care.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Conduct patient assessments to determine the need for respiratory interventions; monitor responses to treatments and adjust therapies accordingly.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, patient responses, medication administration, and vital signs in compliance with policies.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Respiratory Therapist from the appropriate state licensing board. We are open to both CRT and RRT.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are preferred.
• Experience working in emergency medicine or acute care settings is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with pulmonology concepts, medication administration protocols, and medical terminology relevant to respiratory therapy.
• Ability to perform patient assessments accurately while maintaining a compassionate approach for pediatrics, geriatrics, and diverse patient populations.
• Strong teamwork skills with the capacity to thrive under pressure in high-stakes environments like Level I trauma centers or hospital emergency departments. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing respiratory health through expert care and compassionate service!
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance