Respiratory Therapist, Registered RRT

Memorial Physician Practices; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Higher Education Assistance

Well-being Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Sylva, North Carolina, is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This full-time role includes measuring lung capacity, delivering therapy, and educating patients. Excellent benefits, including a $10,000 sign-on bonus, are available.

The ideal candidate should hold a Respiratory Therapy degree and be registered in North Carolina, with additional certifications required shortly after hiring. Join a compassionate team committed to enhancing patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist in North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples.
• Delivers and assesses response to therapy per plan of care.
• Educates patient and family about illness and resources.
• Monitors patient condition and responds to emergencies.
• Maintains respiratory care supplies and equipment.

Skills

Patient Education

Critical Thinking

Respiratory Therapy

Education

Graduate of a school of Respiratory Therapy

Job description

$10,000 Sign on Bonus with a 2-year commitment!

Schedule: Full Time, Days

Your experience matters. Harris Regional is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our dedicated Respiratory Therapy team at Harris Regional, an 86-bed facility offering a full range of services including general surgery, women's care, intensive care, and emergency services. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional respiratory care, continuously seeking ways to enhance the patient and family experience. We work closely with all providers and caregivers to ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.

Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per plan of care. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

Evaluates respiratory care policies and procedures based on patient outcomes, current research, and best practices.

Responds to codes and calls for emergent assistance. Assesses patient condition and delivers appropriate treatment.

Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and provides information about community support groups and other resources.

Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory care supplies and medical gas cylinders.

Maintains storage areas with required supply levels and equipment.

Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment, and performs preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

Applicants should be a graduate of a school of Respiratory Therapy and be a registered Respiratory Therapist in North Carolina. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

More about Harris Regional

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care.

EEOC Statement

Harris Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.