Respiratory Therapist, Senior, RRT - Full-time - Williamsport

Location : Williamsport, PA

Schedule : Full-Time (.9 FTE) | Days with Rotation to Nights 12-Hour Shifts | Includes Every Other Weekend & Holiday

Sign-On Bonus :

$12,000 for 0-1 years of experience

$20,000 for 1+ years of experience

Career Level : All experience levels welcome - we'll place you appropriately based on your background!

Why Choose UPMC Williamsport?

At UPMC Williamsport, we're more than just a hospital - we're a community. As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll play a vital role in helping patients breathe easier and live better. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we offer a supportive environment where your skills will be valued and your growth encouraged.

What You'll Do :

As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide life-saving care to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. You'll work under physician direction to deliver advanced respiratory therapies and support across a variety of settings - from the ICU to the OR, ED, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities Include :

Administer advanced therapies such as Nitric Oxide and Tracheal Gas Insufflation

Perform procedures including bronchoscopy, ABG lab troubleshooting, pulmonary function tests, EEG, EKG, stress testing, and more

Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments accordingly

Assist in transporting ventilated patients and respond to emergency code situations

Serve as a mentor and resource for students and junior staff

Step into a leadership role when needed, functioning as Lead Therapist in the absence of a supervisor

What You Bring :

A passion for respiratory care and improving patient outcomes

Ability to work collaboratively in high-acuity environments

Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail

Willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic healthcare team

What We Offer :

Competitive salary based on experience and career level

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

A supportive team culture that values your expertise

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and be part of a team that truly cares? Apply today and breathe new life into your career at UPMC Williamsport.

Education & Experience :

Graduate of a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program is required

In lieu of an Associate's degree, candidates must have 5-7 years of experience or hold NBRC certification

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field is preferred

Minimum of 2 years of total respiratory care experience, including at least 1 year in critical care

Must complete one approved department project annually, with the first project approved within 3 months of hire

• ? Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

Required Certifications :

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Therapists credentialed after July 1, 2002 must maintain NBRC certification

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

If practicing in Maryland, a Maryland Respiratory Therapist license is required

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification (AHA-compliant, including didactic and skills demonstration) within 30 days of hire

Additional Clearances :

Act 33 Clearance (with renewal)

Act 34 Clearance (with renewal)

Act 73 FBI Clearance (with renewal)UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran