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nBring 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.
nAs 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.
nWe're excited to offer sign-on bonuses for qualified Respiratory Therapists who join our team:
nnn$15,000 for therapists with 0-1 year of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment
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nn$20,000 for therapists with 1+ years of experience with a 2-year full-time commitment
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n nWe offer a lucrative career ladder that we utilize to allow for career growth and promotional opportunities with UPMC!
nUnder 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.
nnnGraduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required.
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nnRespiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
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nnBasic Life Support or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation required Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit
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nnRespiratory therapists who receive their CRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements
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n nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
nnnCertified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT)
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nnOsteopathic Respiratory Care
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nnRespiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)
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nnCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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n nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Worksite address
pittsburgh, PA, 15289, US
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