Respiratory Therapist – Full Time, Third Shift

Valley Health

. Participate on the clinical ladder, reflecting professional practice and clinical expertise.

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeWinchester • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 - $44 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Respiratory Care, including patient assessments, therapy implementation, and emergency response. Proficient in operating mechanical ventilators and performing diagnostic procedures while maintaining effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

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Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP)Mechanical Ventilator OperationPatient Assessment and Education

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentTherapy ImplementationMechanical Ventilator OperationArterial PunctureBlood Gas AnalysisNon-Invasive Ventilation TherapyHigh-Flow Oxygen TherapyAirway Clearance TherapySpO2 MonitoringCardiopulmonary Diagnostic Procedures

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationProfessional AttitudeStress Management

Tools & Technologies

EHR SystemPulse Oximetry EquipmentTherapeutic Bronchoscopy Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)BLS (Basic Life Support) CertificationNational Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certification

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CarePatient CareMultidisciplinary TeamEmergency ResponseClinical Ladder

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate on the clinical ladder, reflecting professional practice and clinical expertise.
Care for neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Provide services according to physician orders, department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Perform patient assessments and education.
Implement therapy and evaluate therapy effectiveness.
Participate in a multidisciplinary team and communicate patient needs with physicians and the care health team.
Administer therapy modalities per physician orders, protocols, and policies.
Perform non-invasive SpO2 monitoring through pulse oximetry.
Perform airway clearance therapy.
Perform basic operations in the EHR system.
Perform regular assessment rounds.
Clean and set up equipment.
Perform arterial puncture and blood gas analysis.
Perform cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Initiate, operate, and monitor mechanical ventilators.
Set up and operate non-invasive ventilation therapy.
Set up and manage high-flow oxygen therapy.
Respond to and participate in rapid response, emergency, code, and trauma activation situations.
Assist in bedside therapeutic bronchoscopies and intubations as needed.
Provide a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff at shift end.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of an accredited educational program for Respiratory Care is required.
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is required.
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved is required.
New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to the completion of orientation.
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required.
Strong motivational, time management, and organization skills required.
Strong verbal communication skills required.
Ability to demonstrate competency and perform consistently under non-routine conditions and complex situations required.
Ability to model behavior aligned with Valley Health mission, vision, and values required.
Ability to work well with client family members to ensure comfort and respect for the client’s illness required.
Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times required.
Ability to handle moderate to high stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required.
20 CEUs bi-annually (VA State Requirement) required.
New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
Dental and vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings Match
A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Health savings account
Flexible spending account for childcare
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Professional development
Discounts to on-campus dining