Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Respiratory Therapist

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeMatthews, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An Associate degree is required.
Current Respiratory Care Practitioner licensure in the appropriate state is required.
Basic Life Support certification is required.

Responsibilities

Act as a patient advocate for patients and their support systems by incorporating education into the interdisciplinary care plan.
Prioritize job duties according to patients’ needs and changing acuity levels, and ensure timely completion of care interventions and medical orders.
Administer and evaluate medication therapies, and perform patient transfers and transports.
Evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate routine respiratory care, including arterial blood gases and bronchial hygiene therapy, as well as higher levels of care in critical care areas and emergent situations.
For critical care: manage ventilators, respond to code blue situations, manage airways, interpret and intervene based on blood gas analysis, and use all related protocols for patient care.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications are preferred.

What We Offer

Respiratory Therapist at Matthews Medical Center | Full-time

You became a respiratory therapist because you care deeply. About your patients, your team and the moments where skilled care makes all the difference. At Novant Health, you’ll do more than provide critical respiratory support. You’ll be part of a compassionate, collaborative team that values your expertise and supports your growth.

Why Respiratory Therapists Choose Novant Health?

Recognized among the best in the region for respiratory care and clinical outcomes
Collaborative teams where your voice is heard and respected
Opportunities for career advancement, mentoring and specialty training
A mission-driven culture focused on whole-person care for both patients and team members

What You'll Do

Acts as a patient advocate for the patient and their support system by incorporating education in the interdisciplinary care plan.
Prioritize job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels and ensures timely completion of care interventions, medical orders, etc.
Administers and evaluates medication therapies, performs patient transfers and transports patients.
Ability to evaluate patient needs and provide appropriate routine respiratory care such as ABGs, bronchial hygiene therapy, etc., as well as perform higher levels of care in critical care areas and emergent situations.
Critical Care Specific: Ventilator management, code blue, airway management, interpretation and intervention with blood gas analysis, use of all related protocols for patient care.

What We're Looking For

Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current RCP licensure in appropriate state, required. BLS required; ACLS and PALS preferred.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

180358

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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