Registered Respiratory Therapist - Adult Services

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Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering high-quality respiratory care to patients as per physician directives and departmental protocols. The ideal candidate will work autonomously in both acute and critical care settings, consulting with physicians and healthcare professionals to provide optimal treatment options. Proficiency in treating patients across all age groups, including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, is essential.

Are you an Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist interested in Adult Respiratory Care?

We invite you to apply and explore exciting career opportunities within the Adult Respiratory Service line at Prisma Health. We operate several acute and specialty care hospitals, including :

• Baptist Easley Hospital
• Greenville Memorial Hospital
• Greer Memorial Hospital
• Hillcrest Hospital
• Laurens County Hospital
• Marshall I. Pickens Hospital
• North Greenville Hospital
• Oconee Memorial Hospital
• Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital

We offer competitive sign-on bonuses for eligible full-time positions : $7,500 for Direct Care Respiratory Therapists with one year of experience ($5,000 for less than one year of experience), and perks like $1,800 in tax-free student loan repayment (per year). If relocating, inquire about our relocation assistance program.

Upon submitting your application, our Talent Acquisition Team will contact you to discuss the multitude of exciting possibilities at Prisma Health.

Accountabilities

Supervisory / Management Responsibility

This role is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor or manager.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from a Respiratory Therapy program accredited by the American Medical Association or equivalent, or eligibility for licensure in South Carolina, or being a senior student graduating within three months.

Required Certifications / Registrations / Licenses

Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in South Carolina, or eligible for licensure. BLS certification is required, as well as maintaining NBRC credentials. Employees hired prior to June 2016 may have Certified Respiratory Therapist status.

New hires since June 2016 must pass the Therapist Multiple Choice Exam at the Registered Therapist score and the Clinical Simulation Exam within six months of graduation. Failure to pass the clinical simulation within this period may result in termination.

NRP and PALS certifications are required for work in the Children’s Hospital within the NICU and PICU prior to independent work.

Other Required Skills and Experience

The ability to work effectively in a team setting is crucial. Strong communication, computer skills, and organizational skills are necessary.

Work Shift

Location

Prisma Health Corporate Office

Facility

7001 Corporate

Department

Talent Acquisition

Share your talent with us! Our vision is clear : to transform healthcare for the benefit of our communities. Transforming healthcare requires dedicated individuals in every role at Prisma Health.