Respiratory Therapist - RRT - CRT - Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, MD

Respiratory Therapist – RRT / CRT Baltimore, MD – Full-time (Day shift: 7:00 am–7:30 pm; Night shift also available). Salary: $31.94–$51.27 per hour (experience based). Sign‑on bonus up to $10,000. Join Sinai Hospital's Respiratory Care Services team to provide full‑scope respiratory care in a large community hospital that is a Level II Trauma Center and academic medical center within the LifeBridge Health system. Whether you are an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist or a Certified Respiratory Therapist advancing to RRT credentials, you will work in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment that invests in clinicians through tuition reimbursement, advanced technology, and a clear career‑growth path. Why Respiratory Therapists Choose Sinai Hospital Intubate, place arterial lines, manage ventilators independently, and guide clinical decisions. Lead during critical moments: run rapid assessments, manage airways during codes, and own the respiratory care plan. Collaborate as a recognized expert alongside pulmonologists, intensivists, neonatologists, and surgeons. Full‑spectrum clinical exposure: care for premature infants in NICU, pediatric patients in PICU, mothers in Labor & Delivery, cardiac surgery patients, and trauma patients in our Level II Trauma Center, often within the same week. Build expertise in rapid assessment, airway management, and whole‑patient critical care. Shift flexibility: day or night shift openings available. Benefits and Perks Up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus. Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications. Paid continuing education to maintain credentials. Free on‑site parking. Medical, dental, vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match plus pension. Generous paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, and life insurance. Employee wellness programs, mental health support, and fitness discounts. Career Growth Opportunities Structured preceptor program for new graduates to build confidence in advanced skills from day one. Clinical ladder with a defined path from staff therapist to senior and lead roles. Specialty credentialing support to pursue certifications in ECMO, adult critical care, neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, and pulmonary function testing. Teaching pathway to step into a preceptor role and shape the next generation of respiratory therapists. Responsibilities Administer therapeutic gases, mechanical ventilation, BiPAP/CPAP, and the full range of respiratory treatments. Perform advanced procedures including intubation, arterial line insertions, mini‑BALs, chest physiotherapy, and CPR. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and adjust therapy based on clinical response. Respond to rapid‑response and code events across ICU, Emergency Department, NICU, PICU, and inpatient units. Collaborate with pulmonologists, intensivists, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes. Document all patient care, assessments, and interventions accurately and timely in the medical record. Qualifications Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care required; Bachelor’s preferred. Maryland Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care required within one year of hire. 1–3 years of respiratory therapy experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations encouraged to apply. Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) working toward RRT credentialing will be considered. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required at hire. ACLS and PALS certifications required within one year of hire. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a team‑first approach to patient care. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of these protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr LifeBridge Health