Registered/Certified Respiratory Therapist

Ashe Memorial Hospital • Jefferson, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive cardiopulmonary care to patients across the lifespan—from neonates to geriatrics—within both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role is essential in supporting high-quality patient outcomes through clinical expertise, critical thinking, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner license in North Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – required within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of one (1) year of respiratory care experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Adaptability to a diverse patient population across all age groups
• Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care
• Compliance with all health and safety requirements, including vaccination policies (with approved exemptions where applicable)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening (post-offer)

Responsibilities

• Administer oxygen, aerosol, and ventilator therapies in accordance with physician orders and clinical protocols
• Perform arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis and respiratory assessments
• Assist with advanced airway management, including intubation and extubation procedures
• Respond to emergency situations as part of the clinical response team
• Provide respiratory support during C-sections and neonatal resuscitation when needed
• Conduct diagnostic testing, including EKGs and pulmonary function testing (spirometry)
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and equipment use
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and hospital standards

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits are available beginning the first of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees