Registered Respiratory Therapist I, AH Pineville
About The Position
Respiratory Therapy at Atrium Health Pineville – Elevate Your Career with Us Our highly autonomous Respiratory Therapy team is integral to patient care across multiple specialized areas, including: ✔Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) ✔ Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) ✔ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) ✔ Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Lab ✔ Bronchoscopy Suite In addition, our RTs lead the Airway Team, performing intubations and providing rapid-response interventions. We embrace Therapist-Driven Protocols (TDPs) across all units, empowering our RTs to assess, implement, and modify therapies independently. What Sets Our RT Program Apart? Unparalleled Autonomy & Professional Respect – Our RTs actively lead patient care decisions through evidence-based protocols. Advanced Technology & Equipment – Work with the latest in mechanical ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, heliox therapy, and bronchoscopy procedures. High-Level Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Partner directly with intensivists, pulmonologists, neonatologists, and hospitalists to develop the best treatment strategies. Fast-Growing Hospital System – Be part of a facility that is expanding at an impressive pace, offering new opportunities for professional growth to include ECMO and robotics in bronchoscopy. Clinical Ladder Advancement – Grow from RT I to RT IV, with increasing levels of leadership, certifications, and specialized roles. Join a Team That Supports Your Growth We prioritize continuous learning, providing access to advanced training, continuing education, and mentorship opportunities. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced RT looking for a high-autonomy, high-impact role, Atrium Health Pineville offers a rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference. Ready to Take Your Career to the Next Level? Apply today and become part of a thriving, high-performance RT team in one of the nation's top healthcare systems! Job Summary Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Care.
- Associate's RRT or RRT Equivalent required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
- Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the state of North Carolina.
- BLS required per policy guidelines.
- Advanced certifications per facility policy/standards.
- For free-standing Emergency Department and Virtual Critical Care, 2 years critical care experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess, implement, and adjust respiratory therapies with full clinical autonomy.
- Independently modify ventilator settings and oxygenation strategies in critical situations.
- Lead airway interventions, including intubations, ensuring rapid and precise execution.
- Collaborate across disciplines, serving on hospital-wide committees that drive excellence.
- Ensure compliance with policies through complete and accurate documentation.
- Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
- Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
- Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such therapy.
- Independently evaluates current therapies using appropriate judgment and protocols, making proper recommendations concerning plans of care and patient education needs.
- Documents therapy and results as required by hospital, department and regulatory agencies. Communicates information to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory care techniques in an emergency setting. Performs and evaluates blood sampling analysis with a thorough understanding of the values, and the importance and treatment of abnormal results.
- Works independently in all patient care areas and assists co-workers with patient care whenever possible. Is proficient in the electronic medical records and its interface with the Respiratory Care Department.
- Follows departmental safety guidelines. Completes all regulatory requirements. Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
