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May 2026 New Graduates are encouraged to apply!!

This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment.

This position is eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program which helps pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principle balance.

Schedule: Primarily days from 6am - 6:30 pm. Rotate every other weekend/holiday. Must be willing to work overnights from 6:30 pm to 6am on an as needed basis.

Certified Respiratory Technician Required Education and Licensure:

• Associate's degree from A.M.A approved school of Respiratory Therapy
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire or
• Respiratory Care Practitioner - active license in the state of practice upon hire

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

• Evaluates patients in order to receive, review, interpret, and administer the prescribing orders regarding respiratory and cardiopulmonary treatments and tests. Accurately documents patient assessment, interventions, and progress in the electronic medical record, as well as submits charges in an accurate and timely manner.
  
• Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care. Initiates and implements respiratory care plans and interventions to meet the needs of the patient in conjunction with the entire healthcare team to ensure full understanding and cooperation to improve patient outcomes.
  
• Performs administration, set-up, titration, maintenance, evaluations and documentation of supplemental oxygen, aerosol therapy, airway clearance techniques, mechanical invasive or non-invasive ventilator management, and preparation and administration of respiratory medications.
  
• Ensures airway patency including various means of suctioning. (tracheal, nasal, and oral). Attends and assists to patients in respiratory or cardiac arrest by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and emergency airway care.
  
• Performs arterial and capillary punctures, runs venous, arterial and capillary blood gas samples, electrolytes and lactic acid tests and maintains and operates the Blood Gas analyzer.
  
• May assist in Pulmonary Rehab by providing appropriate exercises and education to participants.
  
• May assist in outpatient clinic as needed and may schedule sleep studies and obtains prior authorizations for the sleep studies when applicable.
  
• Performs diagnostic testing through pulmonary function, stress exercise, electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, oximetry, holter and cardiac event monitoring.
  
• Instructs clinical staff on the use of respiratory therapy equipment and the use of the EKG equipment.
  
• Assists with implementing and updating policies and procedures, maintenance of quality assurance reports and records, and maintenance of equipment and ordering of supplies.

• Respiratory Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire and
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire or
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Upon Hire

• Bachelor's
• 1-3 years

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
  
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
  
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
  
• Maintain confidentiality.
  
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
  
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.

• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-6 or send an email to .

Position qualifies for our Inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program, which includes a $15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment, relocation assistance (relocation amounts based on location distance) and participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists).

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Respiratory Therapist for the Pediatric Ground and Flight Transport Team opportunity! "Carolina Air Care is a CAMTS accredited critical care and emergency transportation agency serving North Carolina and surrounding areas since 1986.

Our assets are comprised of four helicopters as well as a fleet of ambulances dispatched by our communications center "Flightwatch" – all operating 24 hours a day.

Helicopter bases are located in Burlington, Aberdeen, Goldsboro, and Rocky Mount.

Rotor wing aircraft are staffed with one nurse and one paramedic.

They respond to both emergency scene requests as well as interfacility transfers of critically ill patients Our ground assets are located throughout the Triangle.

In addition to the Critical Care Transport teams for the majority of our missions, we also have two dedicated Neonatal Specialty Care Teams, which care for our smallest patients.

Along with our Medical Directors, the Education Team ensures that the high standards of Carolina Air Care are maintained through continuing education, evidence-based medicine, equipment training, high fidelity simulations, research studies, and new hire assessments." Summary: Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, the Respiratory Therapist, Senior demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge in respiratory care and assigned patient care areas.

The Respiratory Therapist II administers competent care of patients through airway management, mechanical ventilator management, oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients respiratory dysfunction.

Responsibilities: 1.

Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, (Not included in Per Diem Job) and arterial punctures.

Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations.

2.

Carolina Air Care
- When working with Carolina AIr Care may Transport pediatric and neonatal patients from referral hospitals per UNC Air Care Protocol.

May perform respiratory care and advanced practice procedures per UNC Air Care Protocol.

These procedures include UAC, UVC, IV insertion, intraosseous insertion, Chest Tube insertion, Needle Decompression, ABG's, Blood Glucose monitoring, Intubations and others as deemed necessary by the medical control officer.

3.

May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process.

Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.

4.

Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills.

Functions independently with minimal supervision.

Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level.

Prior to Hire
- Must have American Heart Association, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications.

Three (3) years RT NICU and or PICU experience preferred.

Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: ● Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: ● Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board.

Must be registered (RRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Note: Current teammates with active Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) certification by the NBRC and a minimum of 15 years of experience as a CRT and are ineligible for the RRT board exam with demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of respiratory care also qualify for this role.

Dependent upon population served and regardless of if RRT or CRT, all teammates must have at least one of the following depending upon practice area: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Adult Care , Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- NICU, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- PICU/Rex, Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT), or advanced practice certificate to administer moderate sedation in Bronchoscopy Lab.

All certifications must be maintained as required by the certifying body.

Professional Experience Requirements: ● Two (2) years of experience as a Respiratory Therapist Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: ● Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures.

Ability to document clinical information.

Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other staff.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical situations.

Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: RDU Ground Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $31.04
- $44.62 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Variable Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.

All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities.

Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

New Graduates are eligible to receive up to $20,000!

Qualified experienced candidates are eligible to receive up to a $30,000 Sign on Bonus!

Summary
Administers all forms of respiratory care, both critical and general therapy, and directs and manages the respiratory and pulmonary care for a designated group of patients. Provides respiratory assessment, support, treatment, and diagnostic tests as part of the healthcare team.

Job Duties

• Conducts evaluation, management and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system
• Performs mechanical ventilator management, Bi-pap, and respiratory monitoring.
• Sets up, checks equipment, and administers respiratory medication for aerosol treatment as ordered by the physicians/or by patient-driven protocols, charts treatment, response, and progress.
• Performs inventory of respiratory equipment and maintains adequate stock of equipment.
• Provides respiratory therapy to patients as ordered by physicians according to established standards and practices.
• Trains other staff including physicians and students in issues relevant to respiratory therapy.
• Performs emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation and maintains adequate airways, measures ventilator volumes, pressures, and flows of patients requiring critical care.
• Performs arterial blood gas studies as well as pulse oximetry, interpretation, and analysis.
• Educates patients in collaboration in various clinical situations such as sleep apnea and CPAP machines, proper fitting of mask and headgear, and setting of pressures in concordance to sleep studio requirements.
• Sets-up diagnostic nocturnal sleep screens.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Graduate from an RRT program accredited by the commission of accreditation for Respiratory Care
• Less than 1 year
• Ability to provide respiratory therapy methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to operate and trouble-shoot diagnostic equipment.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist NBRC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 Days
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program - State of Pennsylvania within 60 Days
• RCP - Respiratory Care Practitioner - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Graduate from an RRT program accredited by the commission of accreditation for Respiratory Care
• 1 year Experience as a registered respiratory therapist.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation
• Respiratory procedures include hand-held nebulizer therapy, incentive spirometry, pulmonary drainage and medical gas administration.
• Initiates, supports and monitors invasive and non-invasive ventilation devices
• Conducts prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate spontaneous and artificial ventilation
• Initiates, conducts and modifies respiratory therapy techniques in emergency situations

• Graduate with certification of completion from a two year approved training program in Respiratory Care;
• an Associate's Degree is required to meet the requirements of the National Board of Respiratory Care to take the RRT exam.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in an acute care hospital or long-term ventilator facility is preferred

• Licensed Respiratory Therapist/Technician in accordance with Title VIII of N.Y. State Education Law. Required to obtain a NYS Respiratory Therapist license within 6 months of employment.

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certification is required with recertification every two years.

• Skill in performing arterial punctures and analyzing arterial samples.
• Skill in operating computerized pulmonary function equipment and mechanical ventilators.
• Ability to work with department computer applications and the computerized medical record.
• Ability to operate various respiratory equipment.
• Demonstrates clinical competence in patient care and skill in administering respiratory therapy medications.
• Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal fashion, promoting a team approach to patient care.
• Demonstrate professional growth through continuing education activities.
• Ability to remain calm and work effectively during emergency or stressful situations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to complete tasks in a specific time frame.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, coworkers, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to adapt quickly to unexpected changes in work assignment.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, department policies, procedures and instrument printouts.
• Ability to document brief reports regarding tests results, therapy given and operational problems/follow up.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from coworkers, patients and physicians.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts of normal range and standard deviations.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages and ratios, as applied to technical procedures and administration of medications.
• Ability to solve problems regarding therapy instrumentation, technical procedures or testing results.
• Ability to interpret instructions from policy and procedure manual, or vendor manuals that are in written and/or diagram form.
• Ability to take verbal instruction from physicians, nurses and coworkers.
• Demonstrates ability to work with patients of all ages, from infant to elderly according to department policy and procedure.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards, National Patient Safety Standards and precautions to establish and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for the initiation of standard therapy, ventilator management, protocols and diagnostic procedures. Responsible for providing care to infants, pediatrics, adults and geriatric patients as defined by competency.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Initiates assessment and reassessment based on pulmonary condition including moderate sedation.

3. *Monitors and administers respiratory care modalities to patients; identifies contra-indications and patient response to therapy; records therapy and outcomes in the patients medical record.

4. *Develops plans for the delivery of respiratory care as directed by physician(s) or protocols.

5. *Contacts providers regarding changes in the patients condition and treatment needs.

6. *Performs arterial phlebotomy; draws from arterial lines.

7. Runs samples using IStat when competency is complete.

8. *Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and airway management.

9. Responds and participates in Bryans Rapid Response Teams (BRRTs).

10. Provides tracheotomy care/inner cannula changes. Provides stoma assessment and wound prevention as needed.

11. Provides ventilator management including non-invasive. May provide advanced ventilator modalities with competency, ie Nitric, cardiac weans, heliox and High Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation )HFOV)

12. Supervises airway maintenance during intra-facility patient transport.

13. Participates in the orientation of new personnel and supervision of students.

14. Provides timely feedback to Respiratory Care Assistant Manager and Respiratory Care Manager and Clinical Respiratory Educator when assisting with orientees and students. May participate as an interns preceptor.

15. Performs electrocardiographs (ECGs); may perform Holter monitor/event extended holter patch set up.

16. Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes all respiratory equipment following current infection control guidelines; assembles equipment as required.

17. Assumes charge pager responsibilities to assign work, receive calls and delegate incoming requests from other caregivers.

18. Demonstrates an understanding of staffing workload and productivity measures.

19. *Performs respiratory care discharge planning.

20. *Provides disease/process-specific patient/family education.

21. May perform certain advance roles with training and competency ie, arterial line insertion and fluid/dressing change.

22. Those therapists transferring from the Critical Care Respiratory Therapist role, with current intubation competency as of 1-1-24, may continue to intubate.

23. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

24. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk *. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge in the treatment techniques, limitations, and applications of respiratory care procedures.

2. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

3. Knowledge arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis.

4. Knowledge of respiratory equipment and ventilator management.

5. Knowledge of all meds delivered by the respiratory therapist.

6. Skill in the delivery of respiratory care of infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

7. Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in administering therapy and/or other techniques and skills.

8. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

9. Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes.

10. Ability to monitor and recognize cardiac dysrhythmias.

11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.

12. Ability to provide airway management and assist with intubation.

13. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment related to changing patient needs including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying.

14. Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills.

15. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.

16. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

17. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of an AMA program of Respiratory Care required. Licensure to practice respiratory care in the State of Nebraska required. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. Must maintain an active RRT credential through the NBRC.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.

Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within six (6) months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred for those working Pedatrics or the Emergency Department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Position qualifies for our inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program: $15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment.

This position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) Participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists).

Launch Your Career at UNC! Are you a new graduate ready to make a significant impact on the lives of acute and critical care patients? Our six-month Adult Respiratory Therapist Residency Program is designed just for you! Program Features: Intensive Clinical Training: Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical experiences in diverse adults settings; including MICU,STCCU, CTCCU, ED and adult acute care.

Expert Mentorship : Partner with experienced respiratory therapists who will guide you through your residency journey, providing support and insight.

Expand Your Learning: Comprehensive Learning: Engage in classes and simulations covering essential topics such as cardiac, medical, and neurological critical care and operation of VDR, APRV and other advanced ventilatory modalities.

Certification Courses: Take advantage of opportunities to prepare for your RRT certification.

Interdisciplinary Collaborations: Engage with various healthcare professionals to develop holistic care approaches.

Contact Information: Who Should Apply: Upcoming graduates with a degree in Respiratory Therapy Passionate individuals eager to specialize in adult critical care Applications are being accepted now Interviews will be scheduled shortly after submission For questions or more details, please reach out to

Take the first step towards a rewarding career in adult respiratory therapy! Summary: Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction.

After completion of orientation, functions independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities: 1.

Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures.

Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations.

May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.

2.

May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.

3.

May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process.

Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.

4.

Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills.

Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level.

Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff.

Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians.

Provides in-services as required.

May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.

5.

Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies.

Records patient information in electronic medical record system.

Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: ● Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: ● Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT).

Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire.

BLS on hire.

Professional Experience Requirements: ● No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: Respiratory Therapy Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $28.87
- $41.50 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Variable Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits.

If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.

All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities.

Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

• Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care

• Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care

• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). 

• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 36hrs pm 7a-7p days-- Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials

• Excellent benefits starting day one

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

• Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care

• Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care

• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). 

• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 36hrs pm 7a-7p days-- Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials

• Excellent benefits starting day one

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

• Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care

• Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care

• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). 

• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Part time 24hrs 7a-7pm days-- Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials

• Excellent benefits starting day one

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

What you will do

• The Respiratory Therapist shall be responsible for the administration of respiratory care offered by the Respiratory Care Department

• Function clinically with a considerable amount of independent judgment regarding the delivery of quality patient care

• Serve as a technical resource person to the physicians and other health care workers, with regard to current practices in respiratory care

• Sets up, operates and manages patient care on respiratory related equipment such as mechanical ventilators, NIPPV/CPAP, or High Flow Oxygen devices; Manages patients on invasive mechanical ventilation modes (AC, PSV, PC, APRV, Bi-level)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Respiratory Care, minimum of a two-year Associate's Degree

• Current State of CT Respiratory Care Practitioner License

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified (CRT) by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC). 

• Thorough knowledge of the procedures and patient care techniques involved in the delivery of respiratory care

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Part time 24hrs 7a-7pm days-- Excellent Shift and Weekend Differentials

• Excellent benefits starting day one

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.