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Experienced Respiratory Therapist, RRT - UPMC Shadyside, UPMC
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A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.
$77,957 / year median in Pennsylvania
+11% projected growth
Job Description
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Bring your Respiratory Therapy expertise to UPMC Shadyside , a Magnet®-designated, nationally ranked teaching hospital and part of UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside , consistently recognized as a top hospital in Pittsburgh and across Pennsylvania. UPMC Shadyside is known for delivering high‑acuity, specialty care, including oncology through the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center , advanced cardiac services, and comprehensive medical and surgical care in a fast‑paced academic environment. As an experienced Respiratory Therapist, you'll practice at the top of your license alongside respected physicians and interdisciplinary teams, caring for complex patient populations while contributing your clinical expertise to a culture that values collaboration, evidence‑based practice, and professional growth. UPMC Shadyside offers the scale, reputation, and support to take your RT career to the next level. We're excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Respiratory Therapists who join our team: $15,000 for therapists with 0-1 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment $20,000 for therapists with 1+ years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment We offer a lucrative career ladder that we utilize to allow for career growth and promotional opportunities with UPMC! Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, the Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory therapy services and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all patient service areas.