Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Location: Honolulu, HI

Shift: 3x12 Hour Rotation / Varied Shifts, 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Minimum Rate Per Hour: $43.5

Maximum Rate Per Hour: $49.68

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join a leading medical team in Honolulu. This role is integral to supporting patients with respiratory diseases and disorders across a variety of hospital settings. The ideal candidate will have experience in critical care and a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments and implement evidence-based respiratory care protocols.
• Operate ventilators, specialty gas systems, blood gas analyzers, and other diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.
• Provide care in various settings including ICU, ED, OR, inpatient, outpatient, and procedural areas.
• Respond to emergencies involving life support and airway management.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatments.
• Support ongoing program development, research, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Current Hawaii State license as a Respiratory Therapist.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the NBRC.
• CPR certification (BLS) and ACLS required.
• NRP certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire).
• PALS certification preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in a critical care setting strongly preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Physical demands include prolonged standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating medical equipment.
• May be exposed to body fluids, communicable diseases, and airborne medications.
• Noise/vibration exposure from alarms and devices.