No salary listed — similar Respiratory Therapist roles pay ~$92k (median of 79 jobs)

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WVU Medicine
Morgantown, West Virginia

Transport Respiratory Therapist - Transport Team

Respiratory TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time
Posted 5mo ago

About the Role

Transport respiratory therapist role in Morgantown, WV. Day shift, 36 hours/week. No salary listed.

Join WVU Medicine as a Transport Respiratory Therapist – Transport Team in Morgantown, West Virginia. Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us!

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join WVU Medicine as a Transport Respiratory Therapist – Transport Team.

Key Responsibilities

The Transport RT performs advanced respiratory care procedures in various critical areas, participating in the assessment, stabilization, and transport of critically ill neonate, pediatric, and maternal patients under medical command. Duties include coordinating care with other providers, maintaining equipment, performing advanced procedures like intubation, and ensuring clear communication during transports.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include being a Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist in the applicable state, possessing or obtaining NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E., ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifications, along with two years of experience in neonatal and pediatric intensive care or transport. Advanced skills beyond standard RRT training are necessary for transport duties.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLSACLSPALSNRP

Key Skills

Respiratory CareNeonatal CarePediatric CareEmergency RoomTransport TeamPatient StabilizationAdvanced Life SupportDiagnostic ProceduresTherapeutic ProceduresAssessmentInterventionDocumentationCollaborationMedication AdministrationEquipment Maintenance

Respiratory Therapy — healthcare professional Career Context

In West Virginia, Respiratory Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$68k across 34 listings, vs ~$85k nationally (3,871 listings).

Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

West Virginia's cost-of-living index is 87.0 (US average = 100) — West Virginia ranks #11 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 62.5% of West Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Position Insights

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This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Respiratory Therapist roles.

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