Respiratory Therapist - Acute Care Ventilator Specialist

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

Job summary

MedStar Health in Edgewood, MD is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care across all ages per physician orders and established protocols. You will assess patients’ physical and educational needs, document findings, and collaborate with the care team.

Responsibilities include performing all respiratory procedures and operating equipment (oxygen, ventilators, spirometry, monitoring), reviewing EMR, and assisting in CPR when needed. Strong teamwork and calm under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in respiratory care required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• Less than 1 year acute care experience; registry eligible required.
• Licenses: RCP and CRT required; RRT preferred; CPR within 90 days; ACLS/NRP/PALS within 1 year where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders following standards and protocols.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, educational needs and document.
• Perform RT treatments and operate all equipment (oxygen, ventilators, spirometry, etc.).
• Review EMR and physician orders; monitor patient status during shifts.
• Assist in CPR and airway management as needed.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in respiratory care

Bachelor's degree in related healthcare field

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

MedStar Health in Edgewood, MD is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide care across all ages per physician orders and established protocols. You will assess patients’ physical and educational needs, document findings, and collaborate with the care team.

Responsibilities include performing all respiratory procedures and operating equipment (oxygen, ventilators, spirometry, monitoring), reviewing EMR, and assisting in CPR when needed. Strong teamwork and calm under pressure are essential.