Respiratory Therapist

Overview

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliated hospitals. We provide temporary staffing support across a variety of Johns Hopkins locations while offering employees the unique opportunity to enjoy the flexibility of temporary assignments with the advantages of being part of a world-renowned healthcare organization.

When you join Intrastaff, you become part of a culturally diverse team of exceptional healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in patient care. Working within the Johns Hopkins Health System provides exposure to leading-edge technology, innovative treatments, and groundbreaking medical research that continues to shape the future of healthcare.

Now Hiring: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Suburban Hospital

Schedule:

• Full-Time, Night Shift
• 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Includes rotating weekends

Pay Rate:

• $65.00 per hour

Join Johns Hopkins Intrastaff and bring your respiratory care expertise to one of the nation's most respected healthcare systems while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapist will observe, assess, monitor, and educate patients participating in outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation. The role focuses on patient safety, encouragement, and clinical support while working collaboratively with another Respiratory Therapist who will handle documentation in the clinical system.

• Observe and assess patients during pulmonary rehabilitation sessions
• Monitor and obtain vital signs as appropriate
• Assist patients throughout therapy activities to ensure safety and tolerance
• Provide patient education related to pulmonary disease management and rehabilitation goals
• Respond appropriately to patient needs or changes in condition
• Work collaboratively with the pulmonary rehab team, including another RT responsible for documentation
• Follow infection control, safety, and departmental policies
• Maintain a professional, supportive, and respectful environment for all patients

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA‑approved Respiratory Therapy program
• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Maryland State Board of Physicians
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required
• Current AHA BLS & ACLS certification required

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.