Respiratory Therapist II (RRT)

Novant Health; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift different

Retirement matching contributions

Job summary

Novant Health seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Huntersville Medical Center in Huntersville, NC. You will support patients with respiratory care, educate families, and collaborate in an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

The role offers opportunities to handle ABGs, ventilator management, and critical care support in both routine and emergent situations, with competitive pay and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• RCP licensure in the appropriate state required.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Experience or training in respiratory care settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and educate the care team within the interdisciplinary plan.
• Prioritize duties based on patient needs and acuity; ensure timely care.
• Administer and evaluate respiratory therapies and medications.
• Perform ABGs and bronchial hygiene therapies; manage ventilated patients.
• Document care in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Interdisciplinary care

ABG interpretation

Ventilator management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

What We Offer

• Schedule: PRN | Day/night shifts available
• Department: Respiratory Care
• Location: Huntersville, NC

Novant Health seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at Huntersville Medical Center in Huntersville, NC.

You became a respiratory therapist because you care deeply — about your patients, your team, and the moments where skilled care makes all the difference. At Novant Health, you’ll do more than provide critical respiratory support — you’ll be part of a compassionate, collaborative team that values your expertise and supports your growth.

Whether you're an experienced RT or just starting your journey, here you’ll find purpose, respect, and the resources to thrive.

Why Novant Health?

• Recognized among the best in the region for respiratory care and clinical outcomes

• Collaborative teams where your voice is heard and respected

• Opportunities for career advancement, mentoring, and specialty training
• A mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care for both patients and team members

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive pay with shift differentials
• Retirement savings with matching contributions

What You’ll Do

• Acts as a patient advocate for the patient and their support system by incorporating education in the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Prioritize job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels and ensures timely completion of care interventions, medical orders, etc.
• Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers and transports patients.
• Ability to evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate routine respiratory care such as ABGs, bronchial hygiene therapy, etc., as well as perform higher levels of care in critical care areas and emergent situations.
• Demonstrates independence in the specialty of Respiratory Care. Practices according to state requirements and standards.
• Critical Care Specific: Ventilator management, code blue, airway management, interpretation and intervention with blood gas analysis, use of all related protocols for patient care.
• Document care in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RCP licensure in appropriate state, required.

Job Opening ID

195013