Respiratory Therapist (CRT/RRT)

Medical University of South Carolina•Lancaster, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join our Respiratory Therapist TEAM - Where your expertise makes every breath count. Let us help you breathe life into your career! Are you passionate about helping patients breathe easier and live healthier lives? Join our dedicated healthcare team and make a difference every single day! We’re seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) who’s ready to bring skill, compassion, and innovation to our Cardiopulmonary Services department.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college of Respiratory Therapy.
Respiratory Therapist credentialed by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or awaiting NBRC exam and possess a current South Carolina License.
Must have and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) with the American Heart Association and Neonatal Resuscitation Program.

Nice To Haves

You may also have the opportunity to be cross-trained in related procedures such as EEG, EKG, Stress Testing, and Sleep Studies — expanding your skill set and advancing your career.

Responsibilities

Administer cardiopulmonary therapeutic modalities to patients of all ages
Maintain airways and provide life-saving ventilation support
Assist in diagnosing, treating, and managing pulmonary disorders
Collect and analyze respiratory specimens (sputum, blood, breath)
Measure lung function and administer physician-prescribed treatments
Take primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments and oversee RT technicians