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• Join Our Team as a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Williamsport!

Schedule: Full-Time (.9 FTE) | Days with Rotation to Nights 12-Hour Shifts | Includes Every Other Weekend & Holiday

Sign-On Bonus:

+ $12,000 for 0-1 years of experience

+ $20,000 for 1+ years of experience

Career Level: All experience levels welcome - we'll place you appropriately based on your background!

Why Choose UPMC Williamsport?

At UPMC Williamsport, we're more than just a hospital - we're a community. As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll play a vital role in helping patients breathe easier and live better. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we offer a supportive environment where your skills will be valued and your growth encouraged.

What You'll Do:

As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide life-saving care to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. You'll work under physician direction to deliver advanced respiratory therapies and support across a variety of settings - from the ICU to the OR, ED, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities Include:

+ Administer advanced therapies such as Nitric Oxide and Tracheal Gas Insufflation

+ Perform procedures including bronchoscopy, ABG lab troubleshooting, pulmonary function tests, EEG, EKG, stress testing, and more

+ Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments accordingly

+ Assist in transporting ventilated patients and respond to emergency code situations

+ Serve as a mentor and resource for students and junior staff

+ Step into a leadership role when needed, functioning as Lead Therapist in the absence of a supervisor

What You Bring:

+ A passion for respiratory care and improving patient outcomes

+ Ability to work collaboratively in high-acuity environments

+ Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail

+ Willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic healthcare team

What We Offer:

+ Competitive salary based on experience and career level

+ Comprehensive benefits package

+ Opportunities for professional development and advancement

+ A supportive team culture that values your expertise

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and be part of a team that truly cares? Apply today and breathe new life into your career at UPMC Williamsport.

Education & Experience:

+ Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program is required

+ In lieu of an Associate's degree, candidates must have 5-7 years of experience or hold NBRC certification

+ Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field is preferred

+ Minimum of 2 years of total respiratory care experience, including at least 1 year in critical care

+ Must complete one approved department project annually, with the first project approved within 3 months of hire

• Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

Required Certifications:

+ Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

+ Therapists credentialed after July 1, 2002 must maintain NBRC certification

+ Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

+ If practicing in Maryland, a Maryland Respiratory Therapist license is required

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (AHA-compliant, including didactic and skills demonstration) within 30 days of hire

Additional Clearances:

+ Act 33 Clearance (with renewal)

+ Act 34 Clearance (with renewal)

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance (with renewal)UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran