Respiratory Therapist — Full-Time, Rotating Shifts

MedStar Health; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care to diverse patient populations. You will implement therapies, monitor equipment, and document findings in the EMR. The role requires assessment of physical and psychosocial needs and timely collaboration with the care team.

Shifts are full-time, day/night with rotating weekends (7AM-7PM and 7PM-7AM). CRT is required; RRT preferred; DC/MD licensure is needed to practice within the district and surrounding

Qualifications

• Must have an AMA-accredited respiratory care program degree.
• Registry eligible required; CRT certification required.
• ACLS/NRP/PALS may be required within a year where needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care per physician orders following standards.
• Assess patient needs across physical and psychosocial dimensions and document.
• Operate and monitor respiratory equipment including ventilators and monitoring devices.
• Document in electronic medical records and support CPR during emergencies.
• Collaborate with team to improve workflow and safety standards.

Skills

Patient assessment

Crisis intervention

Therapeutic communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Ventilators

Blood Gas Analysis

Spirometry

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver high-quality respiratory care to diverse patient populations. You will implement therapies, monitor equipment, and document findings in the EMR. The role requires assessment of physical and psychosocial needs and timely collaboration with the care team.

Shifts are full-time, day/night with rotating weekends (7AM-7PM and 7PM-7AM). CRT is required; RRT preferred; DC/MD licensure is needed to practice within the district and surrounding