Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Haywood Regional Medical Center - A Duke LifePoint Hospital; Clyde (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical,Dental

PTO & Disability Coverage

Tuition assistance & Loan support

Wellness programs & gym access

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center - A Duke LifePoint Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shifts in Clyde, NC. The role highlights a $7,500 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will perform assessments, deliver therapy, and support patient care in a joint team environment. Applicants should be a graduate of a respiratory therapy program and be registered in NC.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy and NC registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood gases per protocol.
• Delivers and assesses response to prescribed therapy and monitors patient condition.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies based on outcomes and best practices.
• Responds to codes and provides emergent respiratory care.
• Educates patients and families about illness and resources.
• Manages supplies, gases, and stock levels for respiratory care.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and maintains equipment; calibrates machines.

Skills

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited school of Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist (NC)

Tools

Blood gas analyzer

Ventilators

Job description

$7,500 Sign on Bonus with a 2-year commitment!

Schedule: Nights, weekdays only

Your experience matters Haywood 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're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More About Our Team

Join our dedicated Respiratory Therapy team at HRMC, a 154-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

• 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 Haywood Regional

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Haywood Regional Medical Center is licensed for 154 beds and offers a comprehensive array of services and 11 multi-specialty physician clinics. We also offer a 54,000 square foot Health and Fitness Center including personal training, indoor pool, massage therapy, and nursery.

EEOC Statement

"Haywood Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional 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.