Respiratory Therapist: Acute Care Impact & Ventilation

MedStar Health; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations. You will administer therapies, monitor equipment, and ensure safety and documentation compliance under physician orders.

The role requires licensure (RCP/CRT; RRT preferred) and current CPR; ACLS/NRP/PALS may be required within a year. Collaboration with ICU and non-ICU teams is essential for quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in respiratory care from AMA-accredited program.
• Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• Registry eligibility required for practice in Maryland/DC.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care to diverse patient populations per physician orders and standards.
• Assess patient education needs and document clinical details.
• Perform respiratory therapies and manage equipment including ventilators, ETT, and bronchodilators.
• Respond to CPR situations, maintain airway, provide oxygen and ventilation.
• Review EMRs and maintain compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Support department workflow and suggest process improvements.
• Comply with all policies and maintain resources efficiently.
• Possess appropriate licenses/certifications (RCP, CRT; RRT preferred; ACLS/NRP/PALS within required timeframe).

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations. You will administer therapies, monitor equipment, and ensure safety and documentation compliance under physician orders.

The role requires licensure (RCP/CRT; RRT preferred) and current CPR; ACLS/NRP/PALS may be required within a year. Collaboration with ICU and non-ICU teams is essential for quality patient care.