Respiratory Therapist II - Ventilation & Critical Care

Medical University of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 (PRN) to work under the RTSL and Adult Respiratory Manager. You will perform a range of modalities for adolescent and adult patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders, including mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and specialized gases, with strong assessment skills for emergency situations.

Role requires graduation from a CoARC-accredited program, SC licensure as a respiratory care practitioner, NBRC Registered

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program.
• Licensed as a SC respiratory care practitioner and NBRC-registered respiratory therapist.
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapies and manage ventilation and oxygen delivery.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to assess and treat patients.
• Document care accurately in hospital EMR and supervise therapy technicians.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Mechanical ventilation

Patient assessment

Emergency care

Oxygen therapy

Education

CoARC-accredited respiratory care program

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 (PRN) to work under the RTSL and Adult Respiratory Manager. You will perform a range of modalities for adolescent and adult patients with cardio-pulmonary disorders, including mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, and specialized gases, with strong assessment skills for emergency situations.

Role requires graduation from a CoARC-accredited program, SC licensure as a respiratory care practitioner, NBRC Registered