Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) | Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Sunbelt Staffing

Winston-Salem, NC, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Active Registered Respiratory Tech (RRT) license and 2+ years of in-patient hospital Respiratory Therapy experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Provide advanced respiratory care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist at a leading medical center recognized for its Level 1 Trauma designation and academic teaching status. This critical role supports adult patient populations across ICU and medical/surgical floors, managing diverse respiratory conditions such as post-surgical recovery, pneumonia, COPD, and asthma in a fast-paced trauma center environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy to critically ill adult patients.
Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including experienced Lead Therapists.
Utilize advanced respiratory equipment including Servo U and Servo Air ventilators, The Vest, Volara, and Aerogen.
Participate in departmental orientation and follow an established weekend rotation schedule.
Adhere to hospital protocols with no on-call requirements and work holiday coverage at 75%.

Qualifications:

Licensed Respiratory Therapist in North Carolina with RRT credential.
Minimum 2 years of critical care respiratory experience, preferably in Level 1 trauma or high-acuity settings.
Certifications including BLS and ACLS required; CRT certificate acceptable but not preferred.
Experience with EMR systems, specifically EPIC, and proficiency using specialized respiratory equipment.
Ability to work evening shifts (18:30 07:00) with weekend rotations every other weekend.

Contract Type:
This is a contract position ideally suited for respiratory therapists seeking flexible assignments with supportive teams.

Location Insight:
Winston-Salem, NC, blends rich history with vibrant cultural amenities, offering a welcoming community with a lower cost of living and access to quality healthcare facilities. The area provides a balanced lifestyle with outdoor activities, arts, and excellent dining options, perfect for professionals relocating for new career experiences.

This opportunity features a collaborative department culture, free parking, and departmental orientation designed to set you up for success. Pewter scrub colors designate department staff, reflecting unity and professionalism.

Advance your respiratory therapy career by applying today and contribute vital care in a respected Level 1 Trauma and Academic Medical Center environment.