WellSpan Health·Ephrata, Pennsylvania
The Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care modalities in accordance with established standards and practices at the base practitioner level. This role involves coordinating care planning efforts with other healthcare disciplines.
PRN shifts as needed. 24 hours required per 6-week schedule (At least 8-hours of those on Weekend), One summer holiday / One winter holiday
Performs respiratory care modalities according to established standards and practices at the base practitioner level. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines.
WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care.
As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.
Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation.
With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions.
Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital offers a full range of leading-edge inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services.
The hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine state-of-the-art medical technology with quality, compassionate care to meet the needs of the more than 550,000 residents of northern Lancaster County and the surrounding area.
As a full-service, non-profit acute-care hospital, with a 141 licensed bed capacity, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital admits approximately 5,500 patients annually.
Nearby WellSpan Ephrata Cancer Center supports the hospital as part of WellSpan’s regional network of five cancer centers.
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S.
News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.
Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree or a Post High School Certificate Program, along with less than one year of relevant experience. Required credentials include being a Licensed Respiratory Therapist, a Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC), and holding Basic Life Support certification, along with graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, respiratory therapist openings are typically driven by hospital and acute-care needs across day, evening, and night shifts. These roles can be competitive because employers often want a licensed Respiratory Therapist, NBRC registration, BLS certification, and an associate degree or post-high school certificate, even for candidates with limited experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and shift availability before applying.