Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver safe, evidence-based respiratory care across acute and chronic patient populations in a rural hospital setting. You will assess status, perform treatments, and assist with emergencies in ED, ICU, and inpatient units.

Work closely with physicians and nursing staff, educate patients and families, and document care in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills essential for assessing and treating patients.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based respiratory care to acute and chronic patients, assess respiratory status, perform treatments, manage ventilators, perform ABGs, and assist with emergency responses in ED, ICU, and inpatient units.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff; document care in the EMR.

Skills

Clinical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Respiratory therapy credentials

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist RRT

Responsibilities: Provide safe, evidence-based respiratory care to acute and chronic patients, assess respiratory status, perform treatments, manage ventilators, perform ABGs, and assist with emergency responses in ED, ICU, and inpatient units.

Collaboration & Education: Work closely with physicians and nursing staff, educate patients and families, and document care in the EMR.

Environment & Growth: Join a collaborative, patient-first team in a rural hospital setting with access to resources, ongoing education, and opportunities for clinical and career advancement.

Qualifications & Skills: Relevant respiratory therapy credentials, strong clinical skills, teamwork, and effective communication to deliver high-quality care.