Respiratory Therapist, Senior, RRT, CRT - Casual - Wellsboro
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$34.38 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Wellsboro, Pennsylvania |
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About this job
🌟 Join Our Team as a Casual Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Wellsboro Hospital! 🌟
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care—on your schedule? Whether you're a new graduate eager to launch your career or a seasoned professional seeking flexibility, UPMC Wellsboro Hospital invites you to find your place with us!
We’re currently hiring a Casual Respiratory Therapist to provide high-quality care on an as-needed basis. This is your opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your skills are valued and your growth is encouraged.
💼 What We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
- Opportunities for career advancement through our Respiratory Therapist career ladder
- A welcoming team environment where your expertise matters
- Competitive compensation based on education, experience, and certifications
🩺 Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome candidates at all levels:
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- All levels of our career ladder are considered!
🛠️ What You’ll Do:
As a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC, you’ll:
- Deliver advanced respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions
- Work in diverse settings including the OR, ED, Cath Lab, Recovery, and Transport
- Perform specialized procedures such as bronchoscopy, ABG analysis, pulmonary function testing, EEG, EKG, and more
- Respond to code situations and assist in transporting ventilated patients
- Serve as a mentor and resource to students and fellow staff
🌱 Ready to Grow with Us?
At UPMC, we believe in empowering our team members to thrive. Whether you're just starting out or looking to bring your experience to a new setting, this is your moment.
📍 Location: UPMC Wellsboro Hospital
📅 Schedule: Casual / As Needed
💬 Apply today and take the next step in your respiratory care journey!
- Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Current licensure and certifications as required
- Strong clinical judgment and a passion for patient-centered car
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
Senior Respiratory Therapist, RRT Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Graduation from a CoARC‑accredited Respiratory Care program is required.
- If you do not have an Associate’s degree, you may qualify with:
- 5–7 years of respiratory care experience, or
- NBRC certification
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
- A minimum of:
- 2 years of total respiratory care experience, and
- At least 1 year of critical care experience
Professional Development
- Each year, team members complete one approved professional project as part of the annual performance review.
- Your first project will be selected and approved within 3 months of hire.
CPR
- AHA‑approved CPR certification (including both classroom/online learning and hands‑on skills) must be completed within 30 days of hire.
If Practicing in Pennsylvania
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the NBRC
- For those earning the RRT credential after July 1, 2002, ongoing maintenance of NBRC certification is required.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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