Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resource Team differential

Education and certification reimburse

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Clinical Advancement Program

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Governance

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a dynamic clinical setting. The role includes delivering oxygen therapy, ventilator management, and diagnostic procedures across departments, with emphasis on patient education and quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has respiratory therapy credentials (RRT or equivalent), appropriate licensure, and the ability to work independently in critical care areas.

Qualifications

• For registry as a Respiratory Therapist and state license as required.
• Knowledge of oxygen delivery modes and ventilator management.
• Ability to conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures and assess outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in oxygen delivery and equipment for each mode.
• Administers and explains therapeutic procedures and benefits.
• Performs diagnostic procedures per policy.
• Monitors and maintains mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes care recommendations.
• Documents therapy results and communicates with the healthcare team.
• Initiates respiratory care in emergency settings.
• Performs blood sampling analysis and interprets results.
• Works independently across patient care areas and supports colleagues.
• Follows safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluations and uses EMR interfaces.

Skills

RRT

Respiratory Therapy

Education

AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care

Associate’s degree or RRT equivalent

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care in a dynamic clinical setting. The role includes delivering oxygen therapy, ventilator management, and diagnostic procedures across departments, with emphasis on patient education and quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has respiratory therapy credentials (RRT or equivalent), appropriate licensure, and the ability to work independently in critical care areas.