Respiratory Therapist, CRT - Full-time - Cole- Job at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Coudersport, PA

TkwyWjJ3eXNWRVUyc2ZvUmtQcnBqeVdBV3c9PQ==
  • UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • Coudersport, PA

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Full-Time Respiratory Therapist

Location: UPMC Cole
Schedule: Primarily Day Shift (with some rotational coverage)
Sign-On Bonus:

  • $12,000 for candidates with <1 year of experience
  • $20,000 for candidates with 1+ years of experience

UPMC Cole is excited to welcome a Respiratory Therapist to our dedicated care team! This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients across all care areas while working with a supportive and collaborative team.

Why Join Us?

  • Primarily daylight schedule for better work–life balance
  • Every other weekend and holiday rotation —balanced and predictable
  • Minimal on-call requirements
  • Competitive sign-on bonus based on experience
  • Career ladder placement aligned with your education, experience, and professional achievements

Purpose of the Role

Under physician direction and by prescription, the Respiratory Therapist provides critical respiratory therapy and life-support services to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. You’ll work across all patient populations and care settings, making a meaningful difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and evaluate the appropriateness of medical orders and interpret clinical data to support optimal patient outcomes.
  • Set up and manage equipment such as ventilators, therapeutic gas devices, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
  • Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot respiratory equipment to ensure safe and effective therapy delivery.
  • Assist with the transport of mechanically ventilated patients and respond to all code situations.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed patient documentation.
  • Demonstrate respiratory procedures to trainees and healthcare staff and supervise students during clinical training.
  • Assess patient conditions, including reviewing prescriptions, evaluating arterial blood gases, and determining appropriate therapy methods.
  • Monitor and document physiological responses, conduct pulmonary function testing, and assist with breathing exercises.
  • Collaborate with physicians regarding patient progress and adverse reactions as needed.

Education & Training

  • Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program required.
  • Students with a temporary license may begin employment with Human Resources approval and submission of official transcripts.

Required Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
    • Must meet AHA standards, including both didactic and hands‑on skills components, within 30 days of hire .
  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to the expiration of a temporary practice permit.
  • Respiratory Therapists who obtained their CRT credential after July 1, 2002 must maintain certification in accordance with NBRC requirements.

Licensure

  • Must hold one of the following Pennsylvania licensure classifications:
    • Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
    • Osteopathic Respiratory Care

Clearances

  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance (with renewal)
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Check (with renewal)
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance (with renewal)


UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Traineeship, Immediate start, Relocation package, Weekend work, Day shift

Similar Jobs

Halo Industries, Inc.

Senior Machine Control Software Engineer Job at Halo Industries, Inc.

 ...growth. The Opportunity As Halo transitions from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, we are seeking a Machine Control Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and maintenance of equipment control systems for our semiconductor production tools. This... 

Grene Vision Group

Medical Assistant - Willing to Train! Job at Grene Vision Group

 ...Job Title: Medical Assistant (Optometric Technician) Company: Grene Vision Group Location: Wichita, KS - Seneca St. Office Training Provided - No medical/eyecare experience required! Benefits: ~ Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and... 

Ascend Hospice

Musicians Needed for Hospice Job at Ascend Hospice

 ...volunteer opportunities for compassionate, empathetic individuals who want to enhance their lives by giving their time to others in their community. Music is such an important part of peoples lives and can be a wonderful way to provide comfort. We are seeking guitarists,... 

Floor Coverings International

Epoxy Flooring Installer Job at Floor Coverings International

 ...Epoxy Flooring Installer We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Epoxy Flooring Installer to join our team on an ongoing sub-contractor basis for residential and/or commercial applications in Downtown Chicago, servicing Gold Coast, Old Town, River North, Streeterville... 

UC San Diego

Evening & Weekend Day Porter/Sr. Custodian Job at UC San Diego

 ...7, United States #137460 Evening & Weekend Day Porter/Sr. Custodian Filing Deadline...  ...part of providing an appealing, safe, clean facility for the staff who work in the...  ...break room/kitchen areas, meeting spaces, offices, an auditorium, interior and exterior hallways...