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Respiratory Therapist
Asheville, NC
Registered Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift
About the Role
Join the Respiratory Services team at the facility in Asheville, NC, providing critical care support across adult and pediatric units. You'll work nights (18:30–07:00) in a high-acuity environment managing ventilation, non-invasive support, and specialized respiratory interventions.
Unit Overview
The respiratory department serves all critical care units and floors, managing patients across a range of acuities. You'll use modern equipment and work alongside a robust clinical team. Patient ratios typically range from 10–25, depending on acuity and unit assignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage mechanical ventilation, non-invasive respiratory support, and high-flow oxygen therapy
- Perform airway management and assist with intubations
- Provide respiratory care in adult, pediatric, and neonatal critical care settings
- Float to all critical care units and floors as needed
- Participate in on-call coverage and weekend rotations
Required Qualifications
- RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) — RRTs only; CRTs will not be considered
- Valid North Carolina respiratory license
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
Preferred
- NRP certification
Schedule & Details
- Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- 36 guaranteed hours per week
- At least 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
- 13-week contract
- Dress code: Medium gray/pewter scrubs