Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT)

Azza HealthCare Agency; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Shift differentials

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT) to assess patients’ respiratory needs and develop effective treatment plans. You will administer therapies, manage ventilators, and monitor patient responses while ensuring safety and quality care.

The role emphasizes education, teamwork, and mentorship, with opportunities for professional growth within a supportive hospital environment. Collaboration with care teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS are required.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, teamwork and technical skills with modern equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory needs and develop treatment plans.
• Administer therapies such as aerosols, oxygen, and secretion management.
• Manage mechanical ventilators per protocol and monitor patient status.
• Provide patient education and assist with intra-hospital transport.
• Support emergency airway management and invasive procedures as needed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Technical skills

Education

Specialty Training Program

Job description

Seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT)

to assess patients' respiratory needs, develop and evaluate treatment plans, and ensure optimal patient and family experience.

Key responsibilities include performing thorough patient assessments, administering therapies such as aerosolized medications, oxygen, and secretion management, and managing mechanical ventilators per protocol. The role involves patient education, intra‑hospital transport, emergency airway management, monitoring, and assisting with invasive procedures like bronchoscopy and line placements. Additionally, the therapist maintains safety standards, manages blood gas samples, and functions as a shift coordinator and preceptor.

• Qualifications:** Graduate from a Specialty Training Program. Certifications in BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS are required.
• Skills:** Strong clinical assessment, communication, teamwork, and technical skills with state‑of‑the‑art equipment.
• Work environment:** Primarily in a clinical setting, adhering to regulatory standards.
• Benefits:** Full benefits, competitive pay with shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and professional growth opportunities.

This position emphasizes collaboration, evidence‑based practice, and community involvement, offering a supportive environment with mentorship and leadership development.