Registered Respiratory Therapist I, AH Pineville

Department:
36403 Atrium Health Pineville - Respiratory Therapy Services: Providence
Status:
Part time
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
0
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Variable
Pay Range:
$30.70 - $46.05
Why Choose Atrium Health Pineville?
Since opening our doors in 1987, Atrium Health Pineville has evolved from a small community hospital into a major regional healthcare hub, providing unmatched expertise and advanced care. We are a preferred tertiary hospital and care system, continuously expanding to serve our growing community. Our facility is backed by Atrium Health's nationally recognized specialty care programs, offering cutting-edge medical technology and world-class patient care.
We are proud to be recognized among IBM Watson's Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals for four consecutive years and to offer advanced cardiovascular care, open-heart surgery, comprehensive cancer treatment, robotic surgery, and neurosurgical procedures. Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple accolades, including:
'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group (Fall 2024)
Best Hospital for Maternity & Rehabilitation – U.S. News & World Report & Newsweek
2024 American Heart Association Gold Plus Recognition – Target Stroke Honor Roll, Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
Top 10% in the nation for:
Heart attack & heart failure care
Diabetes & endocrinology
Nephrology
Knee replacement
COPD management
Respiratory Therapy at Atrium Health Pineville – Elevate Your Career with Us
Our highly autonomous Respiratory Therapy team is integral to patient care across multiple specialized areas, including:
✔Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
✔ Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
✔ Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
✔ Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) Lab
✔ Bronchoscopy Suite
In addition, our RTs lead the Airway Team, performing intubations and providing rapid-response interventions. We embrace Therapist-Driven Protocols (TDPs) across all units, empowering our RTs to assess, implement, and modify therapies independently.
What Sets Our RT Program Apart?
Unparalleled Autonomy & Professional Respect – Our RTs actively lead patient care decisions through evidence-based protocols.
Advanced Technology & Equipment – Work with the latest in mechanical ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, heliox therapy, and bronchoscopy procedures.
High-Level Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Partner directly with intensivists, pulmonologists, neonatologists, and hospitalists to develop the best treatment strategies.
Fast-Growing Hospital System – Be part of a facility that is expanding at an impressive pace, offering new opportunities for professional growth to include ECMO and robotics in bronchoscopy.
Clinical Ladder Advancement – Grow from RT I to RT IV, with increasing levels of leadership, certifications, and specialized roles.
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Assess, implement, and adjust respiratory therapies with full clinical autonomy.
🔹 Independently modify ventilator settings and oxygenation strategies in critical situations.
🔹 Lead airway interventions, including intubations, ensuring rapid and precise execution.
🔹 Collaborate across disciplines, serving on hospital-wide committees that drive excellence.
🔹 Ensure compliance with policies through complete and accurate documentation.
Join a Team That Supports Your Growth
We prioritize continuous learning, providing access to advanced training, continuing education, and mentorship opportunities. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced RT looking for a high-autonomy, high-impact role, Atrium Health Pineville offers a rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference.
Ready to Take Your Career to the Next Level?
Apply today and become part of a thriving, high-performance RT team in one of the nation's top healthcare systems!
Job Summary
Performs all aspects of direct respiratory care according to physician's orders and/or approved protocols. Consults physicians on effectiveness of therapy and makes appropriate recommendations. Provides appropriate ventilator support and maintains and monitors other cardiopulmonary life support equipment. Maintains and properly utilizes respiratory care equipment.
Essential Functions
Demonstrates knowledge in various modes and methods of oxygen delivery and the equipment needed for each and can conduct prescribed therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate oxygenation.
Administers therapeutic procedures, understanding the purpose and benefits, and possible effects associated with each. Performs diagnostic procedures as outlined in policy.
Initiates, monitors and maintains mechanical ventilators and non-invasive ventilators and is aware of the critical care duties and effects of such