Respiratory Therapist – Full Time

Valley Health

Respiratory Therapist I providing therapy services to various patient age groups in accordance with physician orders. Participating on clinical teams and ensuring effective patient care through assessments and therapy implementations.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeWinchester • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $29,400 - $44,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessments, therapy implementation, and mechanical ventilator management while maintaining compliance with healthcare standards. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to effectively collaborate with patients and healthcare teams.

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Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)BLS Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP)National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)Mechanical Ventilator ManagementPatient Education

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentTherapy ImplementationAirway Clearance TherapyArterial PunctureBlood Gas AnalysisCardiopulmonary Diagnostic ProceduresSpO2 MonitoringEHR System OperationsEmergency ResponseEquipment Cleaning and Setup

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganization SkillsVerbal CommunicationProfessional AttitudeStress Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry Keywords

Patient CareTherapy ModalitiesClinical LadderHealthcare CompliancePatient ComfortValley Health Mission and Values

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participates on the clinical ladder
Cares for patients in various age groups and provides services in accordance with specific physician orders
Responsible for patient assessments, patient education, and implementation of therapy
Administers all therapy modalities to patients per physician orders and/or protocols
Performs non-invasive SpO2 monitoring through pulse oximetry
Performs airway clearance therapy
Performs basic operations in the EHR system
Performs regular assessment rounds
Performs equipment cleaning and set up
Performs arterial puncture and blood gas analysis
Performs cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Initiates, operates, and monitors mechanical ventilators
Responds and participates in various emergency situations
Responsible for providing a thorough and accurate report to oncoming staff upon shift end

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) is required
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved is required
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required
Strong motivational, time management, and organization skills required
Strong verbal communication skills required
Ability to demonstrate competency and perform consistently under non-routine conditions and complex situations required
Ability to model behavior aligned with Valley Health mission, vision, and values required
Ability to work well with client family members to ensure comfort and respect for the client’s illness required
Ability to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times required
Ability to handle moderate to high stressful situations in a calm and conscientious manner required
20 CEUs bi-annually (VA State Requirement) required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
Dental and vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings Match
A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program