Respiratory Therapist I

UNC Health; Siler City (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health's Chatham Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support the Cardiopulmonary team as a per diem, day-shift role in Siler City, NC. The position emphasizes patient-centered care in a small-community setting with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities include standard respiratory care, ventilator management, and documentation in the electronic medical record. Licensure in NC and BLS are required; no prior experience is necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Administers standard Respiratory Care including aerosol medications, oxygen therapy, airway management, and pulmonary function testing as needed.
• Provides ventilation care, ventilator setup and weaning with appropriate monitoring.
• May be on-call on days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Maintains and shares knowledge; trains staff, students and new physicians as required.
• Documents all patient care information in the electronic medical record system.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Why Work as a Respiratory Therapist at Chatham Hospital?

If you're looking for a place where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference — Chatham Hospital is the place to be.

• Small Community, Big Impact: At Chatham, you're not just a number. You’ll be part of a close-knit team where collaboration and patient-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.
• Supportive Environment: Our leadership is approachable, and your voice matters. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a manageable pace and flexible scheduling in a setting that values your well-being both inside and outside of work.
• Opportunities to Grow: Whether you're a seasoned RT or a new grad, we offer mentorship, continuing education, and pathways to advance your career.
• Beautiful Location: Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Chatham offers a peaceful setting with easy access to Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Come be part of a team that’s making a difference every day — in the lives of our patients and in the careers of our staff.

Summary:

Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction. After completion of orientation, functions independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

1. 1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
2. 2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
3. 3. May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.
4. 4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. Provides in‑services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
5. 5. Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.

Other Information

Other information:

Education Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. BLS on hire.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: Chatham Hospital

Organization Unit: Cardiopulmonary

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Salary Range: $28.87 - $41.50 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Siler City

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email [email protected] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.