Respiratory Therapist - Overnight Full Time -Weekends Part Time

Breathe Life into Your Career at UPMC Hiring Respiratory Therapists!

Various Opportunities | Flexible Shifts | Enhanced Bonus Opportunities

Are you a passionate respiratory therapist ready to make a real impact? At UPMC, you'll join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and offers a range of shifts and settings to match your lifestyle and goals. Multiple shift options including a Night Shift Program and Weekend Program with premium differentials

Support to grow from CRT to RRT, with tuition assistance, paid study time, and exam reimbursement

We're excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Respiratory Therapists who join our team:

• 15,000 for therapists with 01 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment
• 20,000 for therapists with 1+ years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment

Sign-on bonuses are also available for part-time positions and will be prorated based on commitment.

Who We're Looking For: We welcome Respiratory Therapists at all career stages, including:

Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT)

Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)

Senior Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)

Evaluate Medical Orders: Assess the appropriateness of medical orders and interpret clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.

Operate Respiratory Equipment: Set up and manage devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators. Ensure equipment operates within specified parameters and administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs.

Monitor and Adjust Treatments: Observe equipment function, adjust settings for optimal therapy results, and inspect/test equipment for safety and efficiency.

Patient Transport and Emergency Response: Assist in transporting mechanically ventilated patients and respond to all code situations.

Keep detailed patient charts with pertinent identification and therapy information. Training and Supervision: Demonstrate respiratory care procedures to trainees and other healthcare personnel, and supervise students during their training.

Assess and Plan Treatments: Read prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and review patient information to determine treatment requirements. Track physiological responses to therapy, perform bronchopulmonary drainage, assist with breathing exercises, and conduct pulmonary function tests. Consult with physicians in case of adverse reactions.

Respiratory Therapist, RRT Requirements:

Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required

Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit

Respiratory therapists who receive their CRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements

Sr Respiratory Therapy, RRT Requirements:

Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program

Two (2) years of total respiratory care experience with a minimum of one (1) year in critical care

Must successfully complete one (1) approved project from the department's project list during each annual performance review period. Project approved within 3 months of hire

Respiratory Therapist, CRT Requirements:

Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required OR students who have received a temporary license are permitted to begin employment with approval from the Human Resources department along with their official transcripts.

Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation required Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit.

Respiratory therapists who receive their CRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements

Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)

Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to discuss the role in more detail, our recruiter is available to assist you and provide more information to help you determine if this opportunity is the right fit for you.