Respiratory Therapist, CRT

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Somerset
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description UPMC Somerset is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. This full-time position works rotating 12-hour shifts—7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM—and includes weekend and holiday rotations. As part of a compassionate, community-focused hospital, you'll deliver high-quality care across all patient populations and service areas. Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. Sign-On Bonus Eligible: - $12,000 for candidates with 0–1 year of experience - $20,000 for candidates with 1 years of experience Responsibilities: - Assess patient condition by reviewing prescriptions, arterial blood gases, and clinical data to determine therapy needs. - Select and administer appropriate respiratory treatments, ensuring alignment with physician orders. - Set up and operate mechanical ventilators, aerosol generators, and therapeutic gas systems. - Monitor and adjust equipment to maintain optimal treatment parameters and patient safety. - Evaluate medical orders and interpret clinical data to support patient care goals. - Track patient responses to therapy, including vital signs and blood chemistry changes. - Perform pulmonary function tests and assist with bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises. - Respond to emergency code situations and assist in transporting ventilated patients. - Maintain accurate patient records and coordinate equipment repairs as needed. - Supervise and train students and staff in respiratory care procedures. - Graduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required - Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required - Basic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation required - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required - Respiratory therapists who receive their RRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire - Osteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP) - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Act 33 with renewal - Act 34 with renewal - Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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