Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric/Shawn Jenkins Hospital

Job Description Summary Registered Respiratory Therapist – Pediatrics Charleston, SC | Full-time (36 hours/week) Sign‑on bonus: $20,000 for experienced therapists and $10,000 for new grads. Relocation assistance: $3,200. Free dental insurance; low‑cost medical plans; pension plan fully vested after 8 years. Career ladders and professional growth at South Carolina’s top hospital. Shift differential pay – up to $5.30 added to hourly rate for evening, night, and weekend shifts. The Registered Pediatric Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Measures lung capacity to assess impaired function. Administers treatments prescribed by a physician for abnormalities associated with breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. About the Role Join MUSC Health, where your work truly matters. Responsibilities include: Providing life‑changing respiratory care and diagnostic testing Managing ventilators and delivering physician‑prescribed therapies Performing advanced pulmonary function measures and sample collection Supervising respiratory therapy technicians and partnering with world‑class medical teams Working in Charleston’s premier Level I trauma, Magnet‑recognized hospital as part of a top‑ranked academic medical center Benefits Sign‑on bonus up to $20,000 Relocation assistance $3,200 Pension plan fully vested after 8 years Free dental insurance and affordable medical plans Clear career ladders and ongoing educational opportunities Team culture built around collaboration, respect, and patient‑first care Location: Charleston, SC Qualifications and Requirements Graduate of a CoARC‑accredited respiratory therapy program Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential by the NBRC Licensed by the SC Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation Board of Medical Examiners Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or equivalent) Physical ability to lift, bend, walk, and perform required patient care activities Additional Licenses and Certifications Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required Certification from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Physical Requirements Stand, walk, bend, twist, and squat continuously Perform gross motor tasks and fine manipulation with fingers and hands Reach overhead frequently and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders Lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted, and lift objects 36 inches unassisted Maintain vision (20/40 corrected or better), hearing (corrected if needed), and tactile and olfactory sensor functions as required Work in latex‑safe environment and handle rotating shifts, overtime, and occasional work outside temperature extremes Equal Opportunity Employer The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please refer to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website. #J-18808-Ljbffr