UPMC Kane is hiring a Casual Respiratory Therapist join their team!nnBecome part of our workforce that provides excellent patient care and a flexible schedule!nnOverview: Under the general direction of a physician and by prescription, 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.nnTitle and Salary will be determined based upon education and experience.nnResponsibilities:nnEvaluates medical orders and interprets clinical data to optimize patient outcomes, ensuring therapy aligns with clinical objectives.nnSets up and operates respiratory devices like mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas systems, and aerosol generators, adjusting equipment for optimal treatment (volume, gas concentration, humidity, temperature).nnAdministers medicinal gases and aerosol drugs while monitoring patient responses (vital signs, arterial blood gases, blood chemistry), and adjusts treatment as needed.nnInspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment for safety, orders repairs, and assists in transporting mechanically ventilated patients.nnResponds to emergency code situations and collaborates with physicians during adverse reactions.nnMaintains accurate patient charts and records therapy information, while demonstrating and supervising respiratory care procedures for trainees and students.nnPerforms pulmonary function tests and bronchopulmonary drainage, assisting patients with breathing exercises to support physician diagnosis.nnGraduate of a Co ARC (Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) approved Respiratory program required or students who have received a temporary license are permitted to begin employment with approval from the Human Resources department along with their official transcripts.nnCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRTT) from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required prior to expiration of temporary practice permit. Respiratory therapists who receive their CRT credential from the NBRC after July 1, 2002 are required to maintain certification under the NBRC requirements Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:nnBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.nnCertified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) or RRTnnOsteopathic Respiratory Care OR Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP)nnAct 33 with renewalnnAct 34 with renewalnnAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalnnUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeterannnIf you have any questions about the position or would like to discuss the role in more detail, our recruiter is available to assist you and provide more information to help you determine if this opportunity is the right fit for you. To connect, send an email to and we’ll be happy to schedule a time to speak with you or address any inquiries you may have.