RRT - Lincolnton, NC

A healthcare institution in Lincolnton, NC, is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist for a contract position working a 12-hour night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. This role involves providing critical respiratory care in a Level 3 Trauma hospital with 241 licensed beds, a Certified Chest Pain Center, and a Stroke Center. Experience with adult critical care is essential, and pediatric or infant care experience is preferred.

Key Qualifications and Requirements:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) licensure
• Current NC Respiratory Therapy licensure
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP
• Minimum of 2 years respiratory therapy experience; first-time travelers are welcome
• Proficiency in adult critical care skills; pediatric and infant care a plus
• Ability and willingness to float within Region 3 facilities, including Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and other designated emergency departments
• Comfortable using technology such as EPIC EMR, Omnicell medication dispensing, and respiratory equipment including Servo I ventilators, Trilogy ventilators, Servo Air BIPAP, ABL Blood Gas analyzers, and Bubble CPAP

Responsibilities:

• Deliver respiratory therapy across a variety of patient ages from infants to geriatrics with diverse diagnoses
• Collaborate with a departmental leadership team and 24/7 hospitalists; virtual critical care support provided after hours
• Participate in orientation including new employee orientation and two departmental days
• Work every other weekend; holiday work required approximately 75% of the time
• No on-call or callback duties
• Floating within the regional network as needed, with paid travel time

Location Overview: Lincolnton, NC, offers a close-knit community environment with access to multiple healthcare facilities in the region. The area supports professional growth through exposure to a diverse patient population and collaborative healthcare teams.

Candidates ready to advance their respiratory therapy career in a dynamic hospital setting with competitive scheduling and comprehensive support are encouraged to apply. This opportunity is open for contract placements, welcoming both experienced practitioners and those new to travel roles.