Respiratory Therapist | Columbia Ancillary Services | Houtzdale
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- Full-Time
- Call expectations
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- Weekends
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Job Description
The role
As a Respiratory Therapist at Columbia Ancillary Services, you will provide direct patient care – delivering assessment, treatment, and ongoing management for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. You will work closely with referring physicians to develop and execute individualized treatment plans that drive meaningful, long-term patient outcomes.
In this role, you will build ongoing relationships with your patients — seeing them through diagnosis, treatment, education, and disease management. You are a clinical expert and a communicator, bridging the gap between technical respiratory care and the real lives your patients lead outside of a hospital.
Registered Nurses (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are encouraged to apply.
You report to the Director of Operations and operate with a high degree of clinical autonomy and professional accountability.
This is not a role for someone who wants to punch in and punch out. It is a role for someone who wants to advocate for their patients, elevate clinical standards, develop professionally, and leave the function better than they found it.
What you'll do
Assessment and treatment of patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions, including COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep-disordered breathing
Setup, education, and follow-up for home respiratory equipment including CPAP, BiPAP, home oxygen, and airway clearance devices
- Patient and caregiver education on disease management
- Participation in quality improvement initiatives, care protocols, and interdisciplinary care conferences
- All other duties as assigned
What you'll need
Current licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT), Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practice; RRT credential strongly preferred
Current BLS certification required
1+ years of respiratory therapy or nursing experience preferred; outpatient or pulmonary clinic experience a significant plus; new graduates with strong clinical rotations will be considered
- Proficiency in non-invasive ventilation (CPAP/BiPAP), home oxygen therapy, and nebulizer/aerosol treatments
- Strong clinical judgment with the ability to manage a patient schedule and prioritize effectively
Exceptional attention to detail; you notice changes in patient status across visits, you document thoroughly, and you follow up before small concerns become larger ones
Clear, confident communicator who can build trust with patients over time and collaborate effectively with physicians, care coordinators, and support staff
The ideal candidate balances clinical rigor with a warm, patient-centered approach. In an outpatient setting, relationships are everything — we are looking for someone who brings both precision and genuine care to every interaction.
- Why JDK
- Competitive pay
- Based on experience and credentials, with a clear path as your impact grows.
- A growing, diversified organization
- If you're looking for a position that challenges and develops you, this is it.
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k) with company match.
- Values-driven culture
- A culture built on doing things right, not just fast.
Disclaimer
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principle job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
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Key Responsibilities
You will provide direct patient care by assessing, treating, and managing cardiopulmonary disorders while developing individualized treatment plans. Additionally, you will handle the setup and education for home respiratory equipment and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold current licensure as an RRT, CRT, RN, or LPN in the state of practice and possess a current BLS certification. At least one year of respiratory therapy or nursing experience is preferred, along with strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 72% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Respiratory Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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