Respiratory Therapist

Prisma Health

. Treat patients according to physician orders and departmental policy .

Posted 9/21/2026part-timeLaurens • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in respiratory therapy procedures, including mechanical ventilation and blood gas analysis, while providing patient education and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Holds necessary certifications and licenses to treat a diverse patient population across various age groups.

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Respiratory Care Practitioner LicenseMechanical Ventilation ManagementBlood Gas AnalysisBLS Certification

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Hard Skills

Respiratory Therapy ProceduresInvasive Mechanical VentilationNon-Invasive Mechanical VentilationAirway ManagementPatient Education

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationPatient Interaction

Tools & Technologies

Respiratory Care EquipmentMonitoring Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationNRP CertificationPALS CertificationACLS CertificationNPS Certification

Industry Keywords

Intensive Care UnitCritical CareInfection ControlQuality InitiativesPatient Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Treat patients according to physician orders and departmental policy
Work independently in intensive care units and critical care settings
Consult with physicians and other personnel and recommend appropriate treatments
Perform general and critical care respiratory therapy procedures
Initiate, monitor, and manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
Initiate and manage airways and associated equipment
Obtain, analyze, and report blood gas results
Document and charge for respiratory care procedures and tasks
Provide patient and family education
Communicate with healthcare team members, students, and nurse shadows
Provide accurate and complete reports and communicate with supervisors and coordinators
Follow infection control and quality initiatives
Clean and disinfect equipment between patients
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree
Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school
Respiratory Care Practitioner license in the state in which work is performed
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
BLS certification
NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS certifications must be obtained and maintained as required by the work unit
Skills necessary to treat neonates, infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
In lieu of the stated education and experience, diploma and/or equivalent experience may be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time employment
NRP, PALS, ACLS, NPS certifications must be obtained and maintained as required by the work unit