Respiratory Therapist - Registered

Luminis Health; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 48,216 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Luminis Health in Annapolis is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver airway management and gas therapy in accordance with department standards. You will work with the care team to implement respiratory plans and ensure patient safety.

The role requires an Associate’s degree and RRT credential eligibility, Maryland license eligibility, and current BLS certification; strong teamwork and precise documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential and Maryland license eligibility.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers medical gas therapy per department procedures.
• Evaluates and adjusts therapies with respiratory care plan.
• Documents care and reviews charts per policy.
• Operates and maintains respiratory equipment safely.
• Monitors patients during therapy for adverse reactions.

Skills

Medical gas therapy

Therapy evaluation

Documentation

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Ventilators

Job description

Position Objective

Provides respiratory therapy modalities included in the scope of practice to patients according to the department standards.

Essential Job Duties

• Administers medical gas therapy in accordance with all department procedures.
• Evaluates appropriateness and effectiveness of therapies for continuation or discontinuation according to department standards. Prepares and collaborates with advanced practitioners and clinical specialist to implement respiratory care plan.
• Reviews charts per department policy, i.e. orders, lab values, chest x-rays, etc and documents care provided accurately and consistently according to department standards.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a safe and sanitary condition, following department guidelines, returning to department upon patient discharge.
• Observes patient during therapies for adverse reactions and acts in accordance with department policy when problems arise. Monitors response to therapy.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college

Required License/Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist as credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• State of Maryland License of eligibility as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens. Physical demands: medium lifting. The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$35—$48 USD

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status