Respiratory Therapist

VCU Health

. Provide safe and effective respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations .

Posted 9/15/2026part-timeRichmond • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29 - $51 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing respiratory care across diverse patient populations, including neonates and critically ill patients, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.

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Licensed Respiratory TherapistRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Mechanical Ventilation ManagementCardiopulmonary AssessmentACLS/PALS Certification

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Ventilation Equipment SetupBlood Gas Sampling and AnalysisAirway Clearance TechniquesInhaled Medication AdministrationIntubation ProceduresSpirometryBronchoscopy AssistancePatient Assessment DocumentationQuality Improvement ParticipationCritical Care Transport

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingClear CommunicationTeam LeadershipCustomer Interaction ManagementAdaptability to Change

Tools & Technologies

CPAPBiPAPCritical Care EquipmentPatient Monitoring SystemsDocumentation Software

Certifications & Qualifications

National Board for Respiratory Care CertificationCPR CertificationACLS CertificationPALS Certification

Industry Keywords

Respiratory CareNeonatal CarePediatric CareGeriatric CareJoint Commission StandardsVirginia LicensureCredentialing RequirementsQuality ImprovementContinuing EducationPatient Care Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide safe and effective respiratory care for neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations
Serve as a respiratory care resource and educator for patients, caregivers, hospital staff and students
Set up, monitor, transport and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment, including CPAP and BiPAP
Perform respiratory care assessments, interventions, teaching and handoffs, including volume expansion, airway clearance, inhaled medications, airway care, intubation when applicable and medical gas administration
Comply with local, state and federal laws, regulations, Joint Commission standards, credentialing/licensure requirements and VCUHS policies
Document equipment and patient assessments, consultations, ordered therapies, interventions, plans of care, charges and time worked
Perform or assist with blood gas sampling and analysis, pressure-volume measurements, peak flow measurements, simple spirometry and bronchoscopy assistance
Demonstrate fiscal responsibility in use of VCUHS resources
Participate in quality improvement, continuing education, annual recertification and research opportunities
Provide labor and delivery assistance when assigned
Perform external critical care transports for critically ill neonatal/pediatric patients when assigned
Serve as shift team leader in the supervisor’s absence or as Resource Therapist for the assigned shift
Perform other duties and special projects and assist team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education, training and/or experience satisfying eligibility requirements for the National Board for Respiratory Care or predecessor organizations
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Respiratory Therapist
Current NBRC registry as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); CRT grandfathering applies to eligible employees hired before 1/1/2015
Current CPR certification as required by practice setting
New hires on or after 1/1/2015 must be current RRT
New graduate or prior work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Basic computer skills
Working knowledge of common critical care equipment
Cardiopulmonary assessment and monitoring, airway care, ventilator selection and parameter management
Ability to consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans
Ability to rotate shifts and work weekends and holidays depending on assignment
Ability to perform required physical demands, including lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, squatting, balancing and bending
Manual dexterity, patient maneuvering, alarm/telephone hearing, color vision and repetitive arm/hand movements
Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, clear speech, legible writing, reading and logical thinking
Ability to handle multiple priorities, frequent/intense customer interactions and frequent change
Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program preferred
Previous affiliation or work experience in a similar practice setting preferred
Current ACLS/PALS preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuing education
Annual recertification
Research opportunities
CPR certification required by practice setting
ACLS/PALS preferred