Prisma Health·Greenville, North Carolina
Perform respiratory therapy and critical care procedures for patients of all ages according to physician orders and departmental protocols. Manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
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This position performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physician’s order and departmental policy.
Works independently in all acute and critical care settings.
Consults with physicians and other personnel and makes recommendations on treatment as appropriate.
Must possess skills necessary to treat patients of all ages to include infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health values of compassion, dignity, excellence, integrity, and teamwork.
Accountabilities
Acts independently to perform respiratory therapy general and critical care procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and Respiratory Care guidelines or protocols. - 30%
Able to obtain blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately. – 10%
Able to initiate, monitor and manage patients requiring all types of invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation. - 20%
Able to initiate and manage all types of airways and associated equipment. - 10%
Accurately and completely documents and charges for all respiratory care procedures and tasks and provides patient and family education as appropriate. - 10%
Effectively communicates with all members of the healthcare team to include students and nurse shadows. Provides an accurate and complete report. Makes recommendations as appropriate. Communicates well with supervisors, coordinators, or those acting in lieu of the above. – 10%
Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. - 10%
Acts as a good steward of resources, including supplies, time/productivity, etc – 10%
Associate's Degree - Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program by an accredited school
In lieu of associate degree will consider diploma and/or experience.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
South Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner license: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
BLS: NBRC (credentials must be maintained)
Other certifications dependent on work
Unit: Nrp, pals, acls, nps
ACLS required within the first year for adult care areas
NRP and PALS required in the Children's Hospital prior to working independently in the NICU and PICU
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Department: 10277135 Respiratory Care Services
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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.
