Respiratory Therapist, CRT - Casual - Cole

Job Description️ Make a Difference—One Breath at a Time\nJoin UPMC Cole as a Casual Respiratory Therapist\nAre you a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist looking for flexibility and purpose in your work? UPMC Cole is seeking a Casual Respiratory Therapist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to provide life-saving care while enjoying a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle.\n\n Position Highlights\n· Casual, flexible scheduling with 12-hour rotating shifts\n· Includes weekends and holidays on a rotating basis\n· Great opportunity to gain experience across a variety of patient care areas\n\n What You'll Do\nAs a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Cole, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. Your responsibilities will include:\n· Evaluating medical orders and interpreting clinical data to guide treatment\n· Operating and adjusting ventilators, oxygen therapy systems, and aerosol delivery devices\n· Monitoring patient responses and performing diagnostic tests\n· Assisting with emergency situations and transporting ventilated patients\n· Educating patients and mentoring students or new staff\n· Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring equipment safety\n\nWhy UPMC Cole?\n· Work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment\n· Use advanced technology and equipment\n· Be part of a mission-driven team that values your skills and dedication\n· Gain experience across all patient populations and care areas\n\nReady to Apply?\nIf you're passionate about respiratory care and want a role that offers both flexibility and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver exceptional care—one breath at a time.· You must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program (approved by CoARC).\n· OR if you're a student with a temporary license, you can start working with HR approval and official transcripts.\n· You need to have Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification that includes both classroom and hands-on training.\n· You must earn your Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) before your temporary permit expires.\n· If you received your CRTT after July 1, 2002, you'll need to keep your certification up to date according to NBRC requirements.\n*RRTs and CRTs will be considered. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary based his/her individual experience, education, and certifications.\nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)\nCertified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)\nOsteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)\nAct 33 with renewal\nAct 34 with renewal\nAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal\n\nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran