Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist for Pulmonary (can also pick up shifts in Respiratory dept)

Part time - 20 hrs - 7 : 00 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m.  Monday-Friday - no weekends / no Holidays

AFSCME union

Posted : November 19, 2025

Offering a sign on bonus up to $10,000! The amount offered varies based on experience!

Responsibilities :

• Administers medical gases utilizing the following equipment : cannula, tent, croupette, mask, aerosol mask, HFNC and trach collar. Administers IPPV, IPPB, aerosol, nebulizer, and incentive spirometry treatments. All of the above contain drugs except incentive spirometry. Administers aerosols for the purpose of sputum induction Initiates and maintains mechanical pulmonary ventilation equipment in the ED, Nursery and ICU settings.
• Performs arterial puncture using both the radial and brachial arteries (may use femoral artery with a doctor's order). Performs capillary punctures on newborn infants and small children using either heel or finger sticks. Responsible for operating, maintenance, calibration, and performance of blood gas analyzers. Administers bedside pulmonary function tests. Maintains an adequate level of laboratory supplies for the Blood Gas laboratory.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and patient records. Keeps up to date with current trends and developments. Maintains working knowledge of Department procedure manuals. Participates in inservice programs to improve respiratory practice. Employee complies with established occupational exposure policies. Does work rotating shifts as need arises. Assists with planning, coordination, and supervision of the activities of the technical staff during the shift.
• Consults with Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)regarding proper use of equipment, management of difficult patients, etc. Assists in the evaluation of equipment the Department is considering to purchase. Takes an active role in inservice education of the staff and well as orientation of new Department employees. Assists in the quality assurance program within the Department.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to adapt to clinical treatment and instructional aspect of care to all stages of the life cycle and to various states of health and disease. Efficiently employs available equipment and supplies giving due care to their use and maintenance. Available for staff adjustments to help assure sufficient number of qualified staff are available to meet patient needs and respond to unusual occurrences and / or increased patient acuity.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies / behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Formal Training Required :

Experience Required :

Specific Abilities :

Consults the Advanced Respiratory Therapist and Clinical Coordinator, Administrative Director, and Medical Director as required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Must complete Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of Hire Date or transfer.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran