Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Nights

Medical Edge is currently hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) on behalf of one of our valued healthcare clients. This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care while making a meaningful difference in the communities they serve.
Respiratory Therapist
Hiring Company: Medical Edge — Recruiting on behalf of a client
Schedule: Full-time, nights

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Medical Edge is currently hiring a Respiratory Therapist (RT) on behalf of one of our valued healthcare clients.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll play a vital role in providing respiratory care to patients across a variety of clinical situations. Your expertise, compassion, and clinical judgment will help improve patient outcomes and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve.
 
A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role:

• Measures lung capacity and analyzes blood samples using a blood gas analyzer; performs EKGs and provides tobacco-cessation education as ordered.
• Delivers prescribed respiratory therapies while monitoring, documenting, and communicating patient condition and response to treatment.
• Responds to codes and emergent calls, assesses patient conditions, and provides appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates and contributes to respiratory care policies and procedures based on outcomes, research, and best practices.
• Educates patients and families regarding illnesses, treatments, equipment use, and available community resources.
• Monitors, receives, stocks, and distributes respiratory supplies and medical gas cylinders while maintaining storage areas and equipment readiness.
• Disassembles, cleans, sterilizes, performs preventive maintenance, and calibrates respiratory equipment.
• Performs responsibilities necessary to meet required service levels.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and required education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 
We believe that investing in employees is an important part of delivering excellent patient care. This opportunity offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including virtual care, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities and pathways for career advancement.

 
The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for this position.

• Education: Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• License: Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license in the state of North Carolina.
• Certifications: BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required.

Medical Edge is proud to connect qualified healthcare professionals with opportunities through our network of healthcare clients.