Respiratory Care Practitioner - Weekends

The Respiratory Care Practitioner is responsible for assessing patients with respiratory disorders, conducting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, and administering respiratory therapy. This role operates medical devices, monitors patient responses, and provides emergency care when needed. The practitioner works closely with healthcare teams to manage respiratory conditions, improve lung function, and enhance patient well‑being. Working under some supervision, the practitioner also educates patients about respiratory health and disease prevention.

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
  Graduate of an accredited RT program.
• Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Respiratory Care.

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in acute clinical care, or completion of equivalent acute‑care clinical rotations.

• Certified by the National Board of Respiratory Care as an RRT.
• Licensed by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board as a CRT or RRT.
• BLS (CPR) – American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.
• ACLS – American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – required; obtain RRT within 6 months of employment.
• Provisional license or CRT credential required at hire in lieu of RRT.

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We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.