Respiratory Therapist (RRT, CRT)

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 66,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Tuition reimbursement

Paid continuing education

Day and night shifts available

Job summary

LifeBridge Health's Sinai Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to manage ventilators and airway support across NICU, PICU, ICU, ED, and inpatient units, operating at the top of your license with pulmonologists, intensivists, and surgeons.

You'll contribute to the respiratory plan of care, adjust therapy based on real-time response, and document assessments and interventions. The role offers day and night shifts, with a pathway for clinical ladder and credentialing support.

Qualifications

• Maryland RCP licensure required.
• RRT credential required within 1 year; CRT considered.
• BLS at hire; ACLS/PALS within 1 year.
• 1–3 years of RT experience preferred; new grads welcome with strong rotations.

Responsibilities

• Own the respiratory plan of care for patients from NICU to ED and inpatient units.
• Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and gas delivery systems.
• Lead airway management during codes and rapid responses.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists, intensivists, and surgeons.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments and interventions.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Team player

Ventilator management

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Ventilators

BiPAP/CPAP

Airway management

Job description

Sign on Bonus $10,000

About the Unit & Role

Sinai Hospital's Respiratory Care Services team supports every high-acuity unit in Maryland's largest community hospital, from the NICU and PICU to the Emergency Department and Level II Trauma Center. As a Respiratory Therapist (also known as a Respiratory Care Practitioner), you'll manage ventilators, run airways during codes, and drive the respiratory plan of care across the full acuity spectrum, working at the top of your license alongside pulmonologists, intensivists, and surgeons.

Why Join Sinai Hospital

Full-spectrum clinical exposure: care for premature infants in the NICU, pediatric patients in the PICU, and trauma patients in the Level II Trauma Center, often in the same week

Clinical ladder from staff therapist to senior and lead roles, plus specialty credentialing support in ECMO, adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric respiratory care, and pulmonary function testing

Structured preceptor program for new grads, with a defined teaching pathway for experienced RTs who want to precept

Tuition reimbursement, paid continuing education, and up to $10,000 sign-on bonus Day and night shift options so you can choose the schedule that fits your life

Responsibilities

Own the respiratory plan of care for patients across NICU, PICU, ICU, ED, and inpatient units, adjusting therapy based on real‑time clinical response

Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and the full range of therapeutic gas delivery independently

Drive airway management during rapid response and code events, including intubation and arterial line insertion

Extend your reach across interdisciplinary teams, partnering with pulmonologists, intensivists, and surgeons as a recognized clinical expert

Keep documentation accurate and timely, tracking assessments and interventions that inform the care team's next move

Qualifications

Maryland Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure required

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care required within 1 year of hire; Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) working toward RRT will be considered

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required; Bachelor's preferred

1-3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations encouraged to apply

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at hire; ACLS and PALS required within 1 year of hire

Strong clinical judgment and a team-first approach to patient care

Benefits

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire

403(b) retirement plan with employer match plus pension

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications, plus paid continuing education

Clinical ladder and specialty credentialing pathways for long-term career growth

Generous paid time off, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance

Employee wellness programs, mental health support, and fitness discounts

Experience:

• 1-3 years

Pay Range: $31.94 to $54.87 Based On Experience

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.