Respiratory Therapist

Join MEDSTAR HEALTH as a full-time Respiratory Therapist on our night shift, delivering evidence-based respiratory care to diverse patients across our regional health system. Perform assessments, implement physician-ordered therapies, manage ventilators and airways, and respond to emergencies in a fast-paced, patient-first environment. You’ll collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals while using advanced technology and EMR systems. MedStar Health offers robust training, clinical development, and a mission-driven culture focused on excellence, innovation, and compassionate community care. Perform comprehensive respiratory assessments and implement physician-ordered treatment plans Set up, manage, and troubleshoot mechanical ventilators and noninvasive ventilation devices Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, and other respiratory treatments Obtain and interpret arterial blood gases and adjust therapies accordingly Respond to codes and rapid response calls, providing airway management and resuscitation support Document all care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to optimize patient outcomes Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, equipment use, and home care Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards for all procedures Support quality improvement and clinical education initiatives within the respiratory care team Respiratory assessment and care planning Mechanical ventilation management Airway management and oxygen therapy ABG sampling and interpretation Use of nebulizers, BiPAP/CPAP, and related equipment Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Infection control and patient safety practices Emergency response (codes, rapid response) Patient and family education Interdisciplinary clinical collaboration Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential Active state Respiratory Care Practitioner license BLS certification ACLS certification preferred PALS and/or NRP preferred Experience with mechanical ventilation and airway management