Senior Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapist position at MUSC Midlands delivers advanced respiratory care to patients across age groups, performing diagnostic tests, treatments, and collaborating with physicians to implement care plans. Provides ventilator management, ABG analysis, and education to patients and staff.

Opportunities include working in ICU and emergency settings with rotating shifts; requires active licensure, RRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP training within orientation period.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a clinical setting.
• Experience in critical care or emergency care settings is preferred.
• Current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. PALS certification required. Will obtain during department orientation. NRP is required and will need to be obtained in 90days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ respiratory conditions through physical examinations and diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and physician directives.
• Administer respiratory therapies, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy, and mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor and adjust ventilator settings and other respiratory support devices as needed.
• Perform pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis to evaluate respiratory status.
• Provide CPR and ICU support for critically ill patients and assist in patient transport as needed.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care techniques and equipment usage.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

High-stress performance

Organizational skills

Education

Respiratory Therapy degree

Job description

The Respiratory Therapist position at MUSC Midlands delivers advanced respiratory care to patients across age groups, performing diagnostic tests, treatments, and collaborating with physicians to implement care plans. Provides ventilator management, ABG analysis, and education to patients and staff.

Opportunities include working in ICU and emergency settings with rotating shifts; requires active licensure, RRT, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP training within orientation period.