ECU Health Medical Center·Ahoskie, North Carolina
The RCP IV focuses on critical care areas, leads patient education, and mentors AAS degree RCPs. They are also responsible for case management, discharge planning, and acting as chronic pulmonary patient navigators.
The RCP IV will be expected to focus in critical care areas, participate in research, lead patient education activities and function as a mentor to the AAS degree RCP's. The RCP IV will have advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, professional development, and critical care expertise of Respiratory Care procedures. They will be involved in assisting with case management and the discharge planning processes. They will be called on to function as chronic pulmonary patient navigators. Minimum Requirements American Heart Association BLS Certification Associate Degree or higher in an approved CoARC program for Respiratory Care Active licensure with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board upon hire and is maintained yearly. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) must be obtained within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association ACLS, if not current at time of hire, must complete within first 6 months of Employment and maintained.If working in the Children's hospital you are required to have AHA PALS and NRP in place of the AHA ACLS and you must have completed the NBRC NPS exam by 12 months from your orientation end date. For non-medical center Respiratory care departments AHA BLS and ACLS are required. AHA PALS and NRP are required at 6 months from hire date. Accepting applications for all levels of experience (New Grads - 25+ Years of Experience) Clinical Ladder Pay Range Pay Range begins at $31.50 per hour 15K OR 30K Commitment Bonus Available Other Information Night Shift 7p-7a 3 - 12 hr Shifts per week No On Call Rotating Weekends Career Growth Opportunities Available Great Benefits ECU Health About ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie. Serving four nearby counties, the 15-bed emergency department sees approximately 18,000 patients per year. ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides a wide range of health services, including medical, surgical and radiation oncology. In addition, the Wound Healing and Pain Management clinics serve as referral centers for neighboring ECU Health hospitals and providers. General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint. Contact Information For additional information, please contact: Braeton Grady, Associate Recruiter ECU Health Talent Acquisition Email: Braeton.Maurer@ecuhealth.org
Requires an Associate Degree in a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program and active North Carolina licensure. Must obtain RRT certification within 6 months and maintain BLS and ACLS/PALS/NRP certifications.
Market context
In North Carolina, allied health laboratory roles typically see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and health systems that need certified staff for routine and specialized testing. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree, MT ASCP certification, and substantial clinical lab experience, with prior Medical Technologist experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification and experience match before applying.
