Respiratory Therapist, Senior, RRT - Full-time - Williamsport

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Respiratory Therapist at UPMC Williamsport! Location:

Williamsport, PA

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below. Schedule:

Full-Time (.9 FTE) | Days with Rotation to Nights 12-Hour Shifts | Includes Every Other Weekend & Holiday Sign-On Bonus: $12,000 for 0–1 years of experience

$20,000 for 1+ years of experience

Career Level:

All experience levels welcome – we’ll place you appropriately based on your background! Why Choose UPMC Williamsport? At UPMC Williamsport, we’re more than just a hospital — we’re a community. As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients breathe easier and live better. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we offer a supportive environment where your skills will be valued and your growth encouraged. What You’ll Do: As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll provide life-saving care to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. You’ll work under physician direction to deliver advanced respiratory therapies and support across a variety of settings — from the ICU to the OR, ED, and beyond. Key Responsibilities Include: Administer advanced therapies such as Nitric Oxide and Tracheal Gas Insufflation Perform procedures including bronchoscopy, ABG lab troubleshooting, pulmonary function tests, EEG, EKG, stress testing, and more Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments accordingly Assist in transporting ventilated patients and respond to emergency code situations Serve as a mentor and resource for students and junior staff Step into a leadership role when needed, functioning as Lead Therapist in the absence of a supervisor What You Bring: A passion for respiratory care and improving patient outcomes Ability to work collaboratively in high-acuity environments Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail Willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic healthcare team What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience and career level Comprehensive benefits package Opportunities for professional development and advancement A supportive team culture that values your expertise Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and be part of a team that truly cares?

Apply today

and breathe new life into your career at UPMC Williamsport. Education & Experience: Graduate of a

CoARC-accredited Respiratory Therapy program

is required In lieu of an Associate’s degree, candidates must have

5–7 years of experience

or hold

NBRC certification Bachelor’s degree

in Respiratory Therapy or related field is

preferred Minimum of

2 years of total respiratory care experience , including

at least 1 year in critical care Must complete

one approved department project

annually, with the first project approved within

3 months of hire Licensure, Certifications & Clearances Required Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

from the

National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)

Therapists credentialed after July 1, 2002 must maintain NBRC certification

Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)

license in the

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

If practicing in Maryland, a

Maryland Respiratory Therapist license

is required

Basic Life Support (BLS)

or

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

certification (AHA-compliant, including didactic and skills demonstration) within

30 days of hire Additional Clearances: Act 33 Clearance

(with renewal) Act 34 Clearance

(with renewal) Act 73 FBI Clearance

(with renewal)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran