Senior Respiratory Therapist – Acute Care & Ventilation

Medical University of South Carolina (old); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver a range of respiratory therapy modalities for patients with pulmonary dysfunction. This role reports to the Therapy Manager and emphasizes patient assessment and emergency response.

Responsibilities include managing oxygen and gas therapies, assisting in diagnosis and treatment, and supervising respiratory therapy technicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NRBC approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Associate degree in Respiratory Care from a CoARC accredited program required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute respiratory therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the diagnosis, treatment and management of pulmonary disorders.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens for gas levels.
• Administers treatments prescribed by a physician and oversees technicians.

Skills

Patient assessment

Acute care

Emergency response

Ventilation support

Oxygen therapy

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

NRBC-approved Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to deliver a range of respiratory therapy modalities for patients with pulmonary dysfunction. This role reports to the Therapy Manager and emphasizes patient assessment and emergency response.

Responsibilities include managing oxygen and gas therapies, assisting in diagnosis and treatment, and supervising respiratory therapy technicians.