Respiratory Therapist Job in Columbia, SC

Prisma Health Richland Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for a travel assignment in Columbia, SC. This is a night shift position working 3x12 hour shifts, with a contract duration of 91 days starting November 16, 2026.

Role Overview

You will provide respiratory care across multiple patient populations, including adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Your responsibilities include managing mechanical ventilation, administering BiPAP and CPAP therapy, delivering high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), assisting with intubation, drawing and interpreting arterial blood gases, performing tracheostomy care and management, and supporting bronchoscopy procedures. You will also assist with patient transport and collaborate with rapid response teams as needed.

Schedule and Requirements

You will work night shifts with weekend rotation (typically no more than every other weekend). Up to 2 call shifts per 6-week schedule may be required, with a maximum of 4 call shifts per 13-week contract. Night call coverage is limited to 4:00 PM–8:00 PM only; you will not be on call after 8:00 PM. The position includes 24 hours of orientation. You may be required to float to other units and campuses based on census needs.

Qualifications

• Current RRT credential and State License
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year respiratory therapy experience
• Minimum 1 year Epic EMR experience
• Community hospital experience required
• Trauma Level I and II experience preferred
• Proficiency in adult critical care respiratory skills

Compensation and Benefits

Weekly pay is $1,944. Time off requests should be limited, and holidays are not guaranteed. Interdisciplinary support is available through respiratory services, rapid response teams, and hospital transportation resources.