Respiratory Therapist I

Respiratory Therapist I UNC Health Care $28.87 - $41.50 per hour relocation assistance United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill 101 Manning Drive (Show on map) May 15, 2026 Description Are you a new graduate ready to make a significant impact on the lives of acute and critical care patients? Our six-month Adult Respiratory Therapist Residency Program is designed just for you! Breathing Life Into Careers Join a team where Respiratory Therapists practice at the top of their license in a nationally recognized academic, medical center. From cutting-edge technology to complex adult and pediatric care, UNC empowers Respiratory Therapists to make a real impact--every patient, every breath, every day Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Position qualifies for our inpatient

Respiratory Care Incentive Program:

This position qualifies for a $10,000 commitment incentive bonus for a two (2) year commitment or a $15,000 commitment incentive bonus for a three (3) year commitment, relocation assistance (relocation amounts based on location distance), and participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists).

Program Features:

Intensive Clinical Training:

Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical experiences in diverse adult settings; including MICU, STCCU, CTCCU, ED and adult acute care.

Expert Mentorship:

Partner with experienced respiratory therapists who will guide you through your residency journey, providing support and insight.

Comprehensive Learning:

Engage in classes and simulations covering essential topics such as cardiac, medical, and neurological critical care and operation of VDR, APRV and other advanced ventilatory modalities.

Certification Courses:

Take advantage of opportunities to prepare for your RRT certification.

Interdisciplinary Collaborations:

Engage with various healthcare professionals to develop holistic care approaches.

Summary:

Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction. After completion of orientation, functions independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed. 2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays. 3. May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques. 4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. Provides in-services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities. 5. Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.

Other Information Other information:

Education Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. BLS on hire.

Professional Experience Requirements:

• No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details Legal Employer:

STATE Entity:

UNC Medical Center Organization Unit:

Respiratory Therapy Work Type:

Full Time Standard Hours Per Week:

36.00

Salary Range:

$28.87 - $41.50 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type:

Onsite Work Schedule:

Variable Location of Job:

US:

NC:

Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime:

Exempt:

No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.