University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Respiratory Therapist
PRN – 7p-730a with 1 weekend shift in 6 week schedule
 

Overview

Working under general supervision with approved protocols or under the order of a licensed independent provider (LIP), the Respiratory Care Practitioner II (Registered) executes assignments demonstrating a clinical competence in Respiratory Care in the selection of accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis necessary to evaluate and provide age appropriate treatment across all patient types in all locations to include cardiopulmonary dysfunction secondary to developmental defects, the aging process, physical injury or disease requiring the administration of inhaled medications, utilization of specialized ventilation equipment and performing a variety of respiratory care techniques. Adheres to all department and facility policies and procedures.                                                   

Key Responsibilities

Manages an assigned case load and responds to emergent patient needs. Functions as part of a larger team to support all patients under the department’s care.

Performs a variety of respiratory care treatments to specific patient populations, i.e., adult, pediatric, or neonatal. Verifies all interventions are supported by protocol or LIP order. Observes and monitors physical signs and symptoms, general behavior, general physical response to respiratory care procedures.  Collaborates with LIP during patient rounds the therapeutic treatment plans to determine whether initiation, modification, or discontinuation of the treatment regimen is warranted. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.

Administers therapeutic and diagnostic gases (exclusive of anesthetic agents), aerosolized medication treatments and chest physiotherapy. Administers invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and adjusts ventilation equipment to optimize patient support.  Ensures correct ventilator alarms and settings.  Collaborates with the healthcare team when adjusting ventilation parameters and settings, as necessary in accordance with patient’s response. Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions by reviewing chest x-rays, utilizing noninvasive monitor values and laboratory results.  Monitors patient appearance and vital signs and consults with the LIP or a senior practitioner as necessary.

Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.

Contributes to departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality.  Participates in student and employee training and education activities.

Education & Training: Associate's Degree /Legacy Approved Certificate Program.  Working toward an advanced respiratory related credential.

• Licensure as a Respiratory Care practitioner by the Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance
• Credentialing by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) is required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Work Orientation & Experience:  A minimum of one year experience as an RRT

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:

• Pay Range: $35.08-$52.64 
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide