Job Description

UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring Full-Time Respiratory Therapists to support the Respiratory Therapy department at CHP Main Campus in Lawrenceville! UPMC offers an amazing Total Rewards package, including up to $6,000 yearly tuition reimbursement, competitive wages, a sign-on bonus and so much more! 

• $20,000 sign-on bonus for 1 year of experience and beyond
• $12,000 for new grads with 0-1 year of experience
• 2-year work commitment with both sign-on bonuses

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education. The starting hourly rate is $24.66 for CRT and $27.08 for RRT. 

• Reviews prescriptions, patient data, and arterial blood gases to assess condition and determine therapy type, duration, and dosages.
• Selects appropriate inhalant administration methods, ensures compatibility with physician’s orders, and evaluates medical orders.
• Interprets clinical data to optimize patient outcomes.
• Sets up, operates, and monitors ventilators, gas administration systems, environmental controls, and aerosol generators; adjusts equipment for optimal results.
• Ensures safe, efficient equipment function through inspection, testing, and ordering repairs when needed.
• Monitors patient responses (vital signs, blood gases, chemistry), performs drainage, breathing exercises, and pulmonary function tests.
• Consults physicians regarding adverse reactions and maintains accurate patient charts.
• Demonstrates procedures, supervises trainees, and assists in transporting ventilated patients.
• Responds to all emergency code situations.

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