Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

RHA Health Services, LLC • New Bern, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking passionate Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) who are committed to caring for pediatric patients and adults, primarily those with tracheostomies. This role offers a satisfying opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Active Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state of North Carolina (required)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two (2) years of respiratory therapy experience preferred
• Experience with IDD populations is a plus

Responsibilities

• Deliver approved respiratory therapy services to all assigned service users in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
• Assess, monitor, and evaluate service users’ respiratory needs; provide interventions and modify care plans as needed.
• Maintain clear and timely documentation in medical records, including respiratory assessments, treatments, and equipment use.
• Communicate changes in service user conditions to nursing staff, the Director of Respiratory, and other team members.
• Administer respiratory treatments and medications as prescribed, and train staff on proper administration when applicable.
• Lead and support interdisciplinary team meetings by providing updates on respiratory conditions and recommendations.
• Maintain and monitor respiratory equipment and supplies, ensuring availability and proper functionality.
• Provide training and education to staff, families, and service users on respiratory care practices and emergency protocols.
• Support workers’ compensation efforts by addressing respiratory health as part of injury prevention and care management.
• Participate in quality assurance and facility assessments (e.g., Mealtime, Environmental, Interaction, and Third Shift Assessments).
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and ensure proper infection control procedures are followed.
• Support crisis management efforts and provide calm, professional care during emergencies.
• May access and appropriately handle protected health information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA.
• Demonstrates flexibility and commitment to meeting unit needs.
• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree