Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care & Ventilation

ScionHealth; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center in Hartsville, SC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver advanced respiratory care across the lifespan. The RRT will work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and support emergency interventions.

The role requires ventilator management, ABG analysis, PFTs, and strong ER readiness, with leadership in staff training and quality initiatives. NCCU/ICU exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program.
• Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• RRT credential from NBRC.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP as required by facility policy.
• Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently adjust ventilator settings per patient condition and physician direction.
• Perform ABG analysis, PFTs, EKG interpretation, bronchoscopy support.
• Assist rapid response and code blue interventions.
• Provide age-specific therapy to all ages.
• Educate patients and staff on respiratory treatments and disease management.
• Lead or assist in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
• Document assessments and therapies in a timely manner.
• Ensure disinfection and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Ventilator management

Critical care procedures

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Two-year RT program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center in Hartsville, SC is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver advanced respiratory care across the lifespan. The RRT will work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and support emergency interventions.

The role requires ventilator management, ABG analysis, PFTs, and strong ER readiness, with leadership in staff training and quality initiatives. NCCU/ICU exposure preferred.