Registered Respiratory Therapist - RRT

Register Respiratory Therapist RRT

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our team. As a member of the respiratory therapy team, you will provide critical care to patients with respiratory disorders and work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Position Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with respiratory disorders, including COPD, asthma, pneumonia, and acute respiratory distress syndrome
• Administer oxygen and other respiratory therapies, including bronchodilators, nebulizers, and chest physiotherapy
• Conduct pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gas analysis
• Provide mechanical ventilation and monitor patients on ventilators
• Educate patients and their families on respiratory care techniques and disease management
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans for patients

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Current South Carolina license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting