RRT – Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (Boone, NC)

UNC Health Appalachian; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA

Student loan refinancing options

403(b) retirement plan with employer-6

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Wellness incentives

Employee discounts

Job summary

UNC Health Appalachian is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide specialized respiratory care across acute and critical care settings in Boone, NC. The role includes airway management, mechanical ventilation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers PRN shifts with varying days and evenings, a starting rate of $31.27/hour based on education and experience, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Previous experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• One year of prior experience in a similar role preferred.
• Registered with NBRC or registry-eligible; NBRC standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory care including airway management and ventilation.
• Manage mechanical ventilation and troubleshoot respiratory equipment.
• Perform endotracheal intubation, tracheostomy care, and suctioning.
• Administer inhaled medications and respiratory therapies per orders.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver comprehensive care.

Skills

Airway management

Mechanical ventilation

Emergency response

Team communication

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

UNC Health Appalachian is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide specialized respiratory care across acute and critical care settings in Boone, NC. The role includes airway management, mechanical ventilation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers PRN shifts with varying days and evenings, a starting rate of $31.27/hour based on education and experience, and comprehensive benefits.