Respiratory Therapist (Kiawah Island)
Company: MUSC
Location: Johns Island
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Summary MUSC Health Emergency - Kiawah Partners
Pavilion As the health care system of the Medical University of
South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the
highest-quality and safest patient care. Our Emergency Room at the
Kiawah Partners Pavilion, located at 1857 Seabrook Island Road
offers a seamless, patient-centered approach to care. From
illnesses and injuries to more serious or life-threatening
conditions, our world-class care team is fully equipped to provide
the right care, in the right place, at the right time. The
Respiratory Therapist Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and
management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Collects and
analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of
oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases. Also measures the lung
capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function.
Administers treatment prescribed by a physician for the care of
patients with abnormalities associated with the process of
breathing. Assumes primary responsibility for respiratory care
treatments, including oversight of respiratory therapy technicians.
Weekends/ holidays/emergency team as required. Entity Medical
University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker
Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC005431 CHS - Sea Island Medical
Center Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-26 Scheduled Weekly
Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description The Respiratory Therapist
Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients
with pulmonary disorders. Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and
breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and
other gases. Also measures the lung capacity of a patient to
determine if there is impaired function. Administers treatment
prescribed by a physician for the care of patients with
abnormalities associated with the process of breathing. Assumes
primary responsibility for respiratory care treatments, including
oversight of respiratory therapy technicians. Weekends/
holidays/emergency team as required Additional Job Description
Education : AAS in Respiratory Care from an AMA approved School of
Respiratory Therapy. Licensure : Registered Respiratory Therapist
(RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) by the National
Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Licensed by the Board of Medical
Examiners of S.C. 10-12 years of professional experience in lieu of
Registration Work Experience : 0-2 years, Current American Heart
Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or
American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is
required If you like working with energetic enthusiastic
individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical
University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or
belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual
orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or
parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or
federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to
apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon
applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical
University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify
program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all
newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify
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