Respiratory Therapist RRT

ScionHealth; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center in Hartsville, SC, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to deliver advanced respiratory care across all ages. The role involves managing ventilator settings, performing diagnostics, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has an AMA-approved two-year respiratory therapy program, NBRC RRT, and state licensure, with BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program leading to RRT eligibility.
• Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP required within facility policy timelines.
• Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages ventilator settings based on patient condition and physician direction.
• Performs arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support.
• Assists with rapid response and code blue interventions.
• Provides age-specific respiratory therapy to neonates through geriatrics.
• Educates patients and staff on respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management.
• Leads or supports staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
• Maintains documentation of assessments, therapies, and outcomes in the EMR.
• Ensures proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of respiratory equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives.

Skills

Ventilator management

Assessment

Communication

EMR proficiency

Leadership

Safety under pressure

Education

AMA-approved two-year respiratory therapy program

Job description

Description

Join Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, a 116-bed community hospital located in Hartsville, SC, that has been recently honored with ScionHealth’s Platinum Award, eight consecutive “A” safety grades from Leapfrog, Top General Hospital honors from Leapfrog, and recognition as a Great Community Hospital by Becker's Hospital Review. The hospital delivers excellence across the continuum of services, and holds numerous accreditations and certifications in areas that include chest pain, stroke and heart failure, hip and knee replacement, sepsis, and more. Come grow your career at Carolina Pines, where innovation, safety, and community are core to everything we do.

Job Summary

The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) delivers advanced respiratory care for patients across the lifespan with both acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. The RRT performs critical diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages mechanical ventilation, and provides emergency respiratory support. The RRT functions as a clinical expert and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Independently manages ventilator settings based on patient condition, blood gases, and physician direction.
• Performs advanced diagnostics such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, EKG interpretation, and bronchoscopy support.
• Assists with rapid response and code blue interventions.
• Provides age-specific therapy to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Educates patients and staff regarding respiratory treatments, equipment, and disease management.
• Leads or assists in staff orientation, training, and competency evaluations.
• Maintains documentation of all assessments, therapies, and outcomes in a timely manner.
• Ensures proper disinfection, maintenance, and operation of all respiratory equipment.
• Participates in quality improvement and performance monitoring initiatives.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Advanced clinical knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology, equipment, and treatment protocols.
• Excellent assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to function effectively under pressure and during emergencies.
• Proficient with electronic medical record systems and documentation.
• Able to lift and transport up to 50 lbs and work prolonged shifts.
• Demonstrates leadership and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory therapy program leading to RRT eligibility.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame required by facility policy.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within time frame required by facility policy.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within time frame required by facility policy.

Experience

• Three years of experience in respiratory therapy preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical proficiency in ventilator management, diagnostic testing, and critical care procedures.