FT Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ashe Memorial Hospital • Jefferson, NC

17d • Onsite

About The Position

The PRN Staff Respiratory Therapist/Technician provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary care to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. The role performs respiratory therapy procedures, diagnostic testing, and patient care while supporting departmental operations and maintaining regulatory and clinical standards. The successful candidate demonstrates clinical judgment, professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The position is in the Cardiopulmonary Department at Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, North Carolina. It is on-site, with a PRN schedule on the first shift and days that vary. There are no supervisory responsibilities or travel requirements. Pay is commensurate with experience.

The therapist works under the direction of the Department Director while independently carrying out assigned clinical responsibilities. The role also supports staff and student education, departmental quality improvement and policy development, equipment and inventory oversight, and departmental leadership as needed.

Applicants must graduate from an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program and hold an associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or certificate completion in Respiratory Care. A current North Carolina Respiratory Care license, current NBRC credentials, and current BLS/CPR certification are required. ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications are required within six months of hire. One year of respiratory care experience is preferred.

Applicants must be willing to receive required vaccinations unless granted an approved exemption. A criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening are required after a conditional offer. To apply, candidates should submit an employment application, resume, cover letter, and employment history that explains gaps and reasons for separation.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program.
• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or certificate completion in Respiratory Care.
• Current North Carolina Respiratory Care license (NCRCB).
• Current NBRC credentials.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• ACLS certification within six months of hire.
• PALS certification within six months of hire.
• NRP certification within six months of hire.
• Willingness to receive all required vaccinations unless an approved exemption has been granted.
• Completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening upon conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of respiratory care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Department Director while independently performing assigned clinical responsibilities.
• Assist with orientation, training, and education of staff and students as requested.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in developing and improving departmental policies and procedures.
• Promptly report equipment or inventory concerns.
• Assume leadership responsibilities when departmental leadership is absent, as needed.
• Perform oxygen, aerosol, humidity, bronchodilator, and chest physiotherapy treatments.
• Provide ventilator management, airway care, intubation, extubation, and ventilator support during CPR.
• Collect, analyze, document, and interpret arterial blood gases.
• Conduct pulmonary diagnostics, including spirometry, peak flow testing, overnight oximetry, EKGs, and Holter monitor setup.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures, C-sections, and infant deliveries.
• Perform routine maintenance, quality control, and validation testing on respiratory and blood gas equipment.
• Complete accurate electronic documentation, patient education, and departmental reporting.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Communicate significant clinical findings and provide complete patient handoff reports.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, and leadership.
• Prioritize responsibilities effectively in a high-volume healthcare environment and support positive patient experiences and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, flexibility, accountability, and patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Benefits become effective the first of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy; specific benefits information is available from Human Resources.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree