Respiratory Therapist-Nonregistered- Downtown

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

18h

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist at MUSC Midlands provides advanced, evidence-based respiratory care to patients of all ages with a variety of respiratory conditions. The role includes assessing respiratory conditions, performing diagnostic tests, administering therapies, monitoring respiratory support devices, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans. The therapist also supports emergency and critical care, educates patients and families, trains healthcare staff, and maintains compliance with safety protocols and applicable regulations. The position is an hourly employee role with regular status and 36 scheduled hours per week. Work may involve rotating shifts, including possible evenings, weekends, and holidays, and overtime as required. The work environment includes potential exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials, with safety protocols in place.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
0–1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in a clinical setting.
Certification as a Respiratory Therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Ability to obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) during Respiratory Therapy department orientation.
Ability to obtain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 90 days.
Strong clinical skills and knowledge of respiratory care procedures and equipment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, and walking continuously; climb stairs infrequently; work indoors continuously and outdoors in temperature extremes infrequently; work at elevated areas and in confined or cramped spaces frequently; kneel and lift or carry up to 50 pounds unassisted infrequently; and exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
Ability to perform the specified bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, grasping, pinching, fine manipulation, repetitive hand and arm movements, and lower-extremity coordination required by the role.
Ability to maintain corrected 20/40 vision, recognize objects at close range and at a distance, discriminate colors, perceive depth and distance, maintain peripheral vision and corrected hearing, and maintain tactile sensory function.
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations and to be physically qualified for respirator use when required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in critical care or emergency care settings.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' respiratory conditions through physical examinations and diagnostic tests.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient assessments and physician directives.
Administer 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 analysis.
Use diagnostic equipment to identify and monitor respiratory disorders.
Provide respiratory support during emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced airway management.
Participate in the care of critically ill patients in the intensive care unit.
Assist with transporting critically ill patients while maintaining stability during transfers.
Educate patients and families about respiratory care techniques, equipment use, and disease management.
Train and support nursing staff and other healthcare professionals on respiratory care practices and procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of respiratory care through continuing education and professional development.
Follow MUSC Midlands policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
Follow infection-control protocols and maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
Maintain and calibrate respiratory equipment.