Respiratory Therapist (RT)

We are seeking an experienced

Respiratory Therapist Technician (CRT or RRT)to join our dynamic team in BelAir,Maryland. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background, experience in a variety of care settings, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This role involves direct patient care for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations in critical and emergency care environments.

3x12 hour NIGHT shifts per week 7pmto 7:30 am

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Key Responsibilities:

- per week Perform respiratory assessments and therapeutic procedures for patients across all age groups.

- Interpret arterial blood gases (ABG) and basic EKGs.

- Administer and manage aerosol therapy, including aerosol set-up using masks.

- Perform chest physiotherapy, including vest treatments.

- Draw arterial blood gases and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on treatment plans.

- Provide care in settings including Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department, and Pediatrics.

- Educate patients and families on respiratory therapy procedures and equipment use.

- Accurately document patient care activities and progress in electronic medical records.

- Participate in weekend and holiday rotations (every other weekend required).

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Required Qualifications:

- Licensure/Certifications:

- Active

Maryland Respiratory Care Practitioner License

- CRT(Certified Respiratory Therapist) or

RRT(Registered Respiratory Therapist)

- BLS(Basic Life Support)

- ACLS(Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

- PALS(Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

- CPI(Crisis Prevention Intervention) -*Preferred*

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- Experience:

- Minimum

2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience

- Prior

travel assignment experience preferred

- Experience with

aerosol therapy using mask systems

- Must have clinical experience across patient populations:

neonates, pediatrics, adults, geriatrics

CPR/ BLS, Physical, PPD, MMR, Color Blind Testing, FITT Mask Testing, Current Season Flu vaccination REQUIRED

Background check to include criminal at Federal, State and County level, education and License verification, and Drug Test

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Preferred Skills and Competencies:

- CPI Certification

- Proficiency in ABG interpretation and arterial blood draw

- Experience with chest physiotherapy (manual and vest systems)

- Familiarity with basic EKG interpretation

- Strong critical thinking and communication skills

- Ability to thrive in high-acuity and fast-paced care settings

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Work Schedule:

- Full-time position with rotating shifts

- Every other weekend requiredas scheduled

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Apply Todayto bring your respiratory care expertise to a compassionate, high-performance healthcare team!

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