Respiratory Therapist, Registered (RRT), PRN, Acute Hospital

Lifepoint Health®; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our patient‑focused team on a PRN basis with 12‑hour shifts.

This role delivers patient care across acute and outpatient settings, conducts diagnostic testing, and collaborates with physicians to develop treatment plans.

Qualified candidates will hold an Associate Degree in Science, be an NBRC‑certified RRT, and possess current licensure with BLS. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science required.
• Current unencumbered license according to state guidelines.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NBRC.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or within 90 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy.
• Monitors and communicates patient condition.
• Evaluates care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Educates patient and family about illness and community resources.
• Maintains equipment and supplies; performs maintenance.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient care

Team player

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Science

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

NBRC certification

BLS certification

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Job description

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Position: Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

schedule: 12 hours shift

Shift: PRN various shifts

Your Experience Matters

Frye Regional Medical Center 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 (RRT) joining our team, you're 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

Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a dynamic Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

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.

Position Summary

Examine patients with breathing-related conditions and conducts diagnostic testing. Consults with physicians to develop and implement a treatment plan for the patient. Performs physiotherapy and other treatments and teaches patients to use medications.

Essential Functions

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses response to ordered therapy per care plan.
• Monitors, records, and communication 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 perform preventative maintenance and calibration of machines.

Education/ Certification

• Associate Degree in Science required
• Current unencumbered clinical license according to the state of practice guidelines.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.

EEOC Statement

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.