Job Description

Job Description

Respiratory Therapists, Grow Your Career at UPMC Presbyterian!

SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE

External/eligible candidates (Part-Time status will receive 1/2 of sign-on bonus)

• 0-1 years of experience = $12,000 – with a 2-year commitment
• 1+ years of experience = $20,000 – with a 2-year commitment

UPMC Presbyterian is hiring Respiratory Therapists at all experience levels to support our high-acuity, innovative, and patient-centered Respiratory Therapy Department. Take the next step in your career and join an elite team that values your expertise and dedication.

Why Choose UPMC Presbyterian?

By joining UPMC Presbyterian, you’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced interventions like Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and work alongside world-renowned physicians leading innovative research. As one of only four hospitals in the U.S. capable of ventilating pediatric patients using hyperbaric oxygenation chambers—and a top performer in American Thoracic Society star ratings—you’ll be part of a nationally recognized leader in respiratory care.

Our department operates with therapist-driven protocols, providing RTs with autonomy to assess and care for patients based on their expertise. We also foster collaboration through our Professional Practice Council and specialized Tracheostomy Task Force and have a supervisor on staff 24 hours per day to support our staff.

UPMC Supports Your Respiratory Therapy Career

• Sign-On Bonus – Up to $12,000 for new graduates and $20,000 for experienced RTs .

• Career Ladder & Growth – A robust career ladder allowing for rapid promotional opportunities and recognition of experience.

• UPMC Pays for RRT Exam Fees – If you’re a CRT looking to become a  RRT , UPMC will cover your exam costs!
• Tuition Assistance – Up to $6,000 per year for employees and dependents
• Work-Life Balance – Generous Paid Time Off annually, with option to carry over hours. Plus seven paid holidays each year 
• Cutting-Edge Facilities – Our brand-new UPMC Presbyterian tower, opening in 2027, will feature state-of-the-art medical technology, acuity-adaptable rooms, rooftop gardens, and academic partnerships to enhance the staff experience and patient care delivery.

Career Progression

Qualified candidates will be placed into the appropriate level based on experience:

• CRT: $24.66 – $42.57
• RRT: $27.08 – $46.81
• Senior RRT: $29.05 – $50.28

Your Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Operate and manage mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration devices, and aerosol generators.
• Perform pulmonary function tests and assist patients with bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
• Monitor vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry to optimize patient outcomes.
• Assist in mechanically ventilated patient transport and respond to all code situations.
• Interpret clinical data to evaluate medical orders and ensure appropriate treatment.
• Educate and supervise students and healthcare personnel on 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 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation required Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit 
• Respiratory therapists who receive their CRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements

• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
• Osteopathic Respiratory Care
• Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)

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

   

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