• Respiratory Therapist, CRT or RRT

    UPMC (Pittsburgh, PA)


    UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring Full-Time Respiratory Therapists to support the Respiratory Therapy department at CHP Main Campus in Lawrenceville! UPMC offers an amazing Total Rewards package, including up to $6,000 yearly tuition reimbursement, competitive wages, a sign-on bonus and so much more!

     

    + $20,000 sign-on bonus for 1 year of experience and beyond

    + $12,000 for new grads with 0-1 year of experience

    + 2-year work commitment with both sign-on bonuses

     

    _Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The starting hourly rate is $24.66 for CRT and $27.08 for RRT._

     

    + Reviews prescriptions, patient data, and arterial blood gases to assess condition and determine therapy type, duration, and dosages.

    + Selects appropriate inhalant administration methods, ensures compatibility with physician's orders, and evaluates medical orders.

    + Interprets clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.

    + Sets up, operates, and monitors ventilators, gas administration systems, environmental controls, and aerosol generators; adjusts equipment for optimal results.

    + Ensures safe, efficient equipment function through inspection, testing, and ordering repairs when needed.

    + Monitors patient responses (vital signs, blood gases, chemistry), performs drainage, breathing exercises, and pulmonary function tests.

    + Consults physicians regarding adverse reactions and maintains accurate patient charts.

    + Demonstrates procedures, supervises trainees, and assists in transporting ventilated patients.

    + Responds to all emergency code situations.

    + Graduate of a Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care approved Respiratory program required

    + Students who have received a temporary license along with official transcripts are permitted to begin employment

    + Certified Respiratory Therapist from the National Board for Respiratory Care is required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit

    Licensure, Certifications and Clearances:

    + BLS or CPR required

    + Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)

    + Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)

    + Clearances with renewal:

    + Act 31, 33, 34, & 73

     

    _UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran_