Respiratory Therapist I - Ventilator & Critical Care

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct respiratory care per physician orders and approved protocols. You will consult on therapy effectiveness, provide ventilator support, and ensure proper use of respiratory care equipment.

The role requires independent work across care areas and accuracy in EMR documentation. Expect to follow safety guidelines, meet regulatory requirements, and participate in regular proficiency evaluations for equipment and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required.
• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in North Carolina.
• BLS required per policy guidelines and advanced certifications per facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge in various oxygen delivery modes and equipment.
• Administers therapeutic procedures and understands purpose and benefits.
• Initiates and monitors mechanical and non-invasive ventilators.
• Evaluates current therapies and makes care recommendations.
• Documents therapy and results and communicates with the healthcare team.
• Performs respiratory care in emergency settings and analyzes blood samples.

Skills

Oxygen delivery

Ventilator management

Therapy evaluation

Documentation

Education

AMA-approved Respiratory Care program

Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent

NC Licensure as Respiratory Care Practitioner

BLS certification

Tools

Mechanical ventilators

Non-invasive ventilators

EMR systems

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform direct respiratory care per physician orders and approved protocols. You will consult on therapy effectiveness, provide ventilator support, and ensure proper use of respiratory care equipment.

The role requires independent work across care areas and accuracy in EMR documentation. Expect to follow safety guidelines, meet regulatory requirements, and participate in regular proficiency evaluations for equipment and procedures.