Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Memorial Physician Practices; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Education assistance

401(k) retirement

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Harris Regional Hospital in North Carolina seeks a PRN Respiratory Therapist to join its acute care team. You will assess patients, deliver prescribed therapies, monitor responses, and collaborate with physicians and nurses.

The role requires NC RT licensure, BLS, ACLS/PALS within defined timelines, and prior ICU or ER experience is beneficial. The hospital offers comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Respiratory Therapy and registered Respiratory Therapist in North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer.
• Delivers and assesses responses to ordered therapy per care plan.
• Monitors patient condition and documents changes as appropriate.
• Evaluates respiratory care policies based on outcomes and research.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Graduate of Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Schedule: PRN, Varies

Harris Regional Hospital 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. 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

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: required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS: required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

More about Harris Regional

Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Western North Carolina community for over 90 years. We are proud to offer five major service lines, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women's care, and emergency medicine, as well as 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."