Key Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders, such as asthma, COPD, and pneumonia
• Operate and manage life support equipment, including mechanical ventilators and artificial airways
• Administer breathing treatments, aerosol medications, and medical gases
• Perform diagnostic tests, including measuring lung capacity and drawing arterial blood gas (ABG)
• Respond rapidly to medical emergencies, including code blues, cardiac arrests, and rapid intubations
• Educate patients and families on how to use inhalers and breathing equipment at home

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
• Active state license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• In-depth knowledge of cardiopulmonary physiology and critical care medicine
• Ability to make rapid, life-saving decisions under intense pressure
• High technical aptitude for operating complex life-support machinery

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential strongly preferred
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
• Experience working in adult, pediatric, or neonatal intensive care units (ICUs/NICUs)
• Familiarity with ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) management
• Experience drawing and analyzing Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)
• Experience with Epic or Cerner charting systems

Tech Stack & Tools

EpicCernerMeditechMechanical VentilatorsABG Analyzers

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000
• Work Setup: On-site
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental insurance.
• 401(k) matching and unlimited PTO.