Respiratory Therapist

UPMC

13 days ago

PennsylvaniaFull TimeRespiratory TherapyNot on LinkedIn

Job Description

About the Role

Join UPMC as a Respiratory Therapist in United States. UPMC Somerset is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This full-time position works rotating 12-hour shifts—7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM—and includes weekend and holiday rotations.

Key Responsibilities

Assess patient condition by reviewing prescriptions, arterial blood gases, and clinical data to determine therapy needs.

Select and administer appropriate respiratory treatments, ensuring alignment with physician orders.

Set up and operate mechanical ventilators, aerosol generators, and therapeutic gas systems.

Monitor and adjust equipment to maintain optimal treatment parameters and patient safety.

Benefits & Compensation

Signing bonus: $12,000.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers a signing bonus. Work with UPMC in United States.

Key Skills

Arterial Blood GasesMechanical VentilatorsAerosol GeneratorsTherapeutic Gas SystemsPulmonary Function TestsBronchopulmonary DrainageBreathing ExercisesEmergency Code ResponsePatient Record MaintenanceStudent SupervisionStaff TrainingLife Support

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a CoARC-approved Respiratory program and hold a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in Pennsylvania, along with required Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification. Registration as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the NBRC is mandatory, along with various state clearances (Acts 33, 34, 73 FBI).

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