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Join our Respiratory Care Team in Charleston, SC

The Medical University of South Carolina is the state's only comprehensive academic medical system, and we are hiring Respiratory Therapists across multiple locations and specialties. For a limited time, we're offering sign-on bonuses of up to $10,000 for respiratory therapists hired in the Tri-County Charleston area after June 1, 2023.

Now is the time to find the location, shift, and specialty that works best for you. Ask about our opportunities for advancement through the clinical ladder program, Respiratory therapist governance, Journal Club, and other professional growth opportunities.

Explore the Opportunities in Respiratory Therapy at MUSC

At MUSC, you'll find a challenge on every shift, every day at our three downtown hospitals in Charleston, SC. Work with pediatric or adult populations of varying acuity levels across a wide variety of units:

  • Burn Center
  • Neurology Intensive Care Unit
  • Adult & Pediatric Transplant Centers
  • Adult & Pediatric Level I Trauma Centers
  • 83 bed Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • ECMO Center of Excellence
  • SMT team for patients with special needs
  • Pulmonary Function & Sleep Medicine
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

The opportunities are endless for Respiratory Therapists at MUSC. Looking for variety? Ask about our increased rates of pay for RT's who rotate between all three hospitals. Maintain your licensure with free Continuing Education Units, and work your way through our clinical ladder program.

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Why Should You Choose MUSC Health as Your Next Employer?

Work where your contribution is valued, respected, and rewarded. As a member of South Carolina's only comprehensive academic health system, you’ll discover how we value and encourage your training, professional development, and career growth.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Health and life insurance plans
  • Dental and vision insurance plans
  • 401(k) retirement plan matching
  • SCRS, ORP, and PORS plan options
  • Disability insurance plans
  • Professional development program
  • Float pool with increased pay
  • Wellbeing resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee perks and discounts
  • Paid time off and extended sick leave
  • Employee referral program
  • RT Governance & Journal Club
  • Sign-on & retention bonuses
  • Flexible schedule options
  • Certification incentive program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Flexible spending account
  • RT Clinical ladder program for advancement
  • Residency program for new hires

For a complete overview of MUSC Health's benefit offering, please review our benefits information.

MUSC Health By the Numbers

Pursue your passion in the location that suits you best. MUSC is the state’s only comprehensive health care system, offering career options at university hospitals, research facilities, clinics, or patient care sites. We serve communities across South Carolina through our Lancaster, Columbia, Florence, and Charleston area divisions.

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Recent Job Openings in Respiratory Therapy

Registered Respiratory Therapist II - Adult - University Hospital CHS - Therapy - Respiratory (Main) Registered Respiratory Therapist II Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000007780 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary  Perform a variety of respiratory therapy modalities to patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC000707 ... Full Time
Registered Respiratory Therapist II-1 CHS - Pulmonary Function Testing Lab (Main) Registered Respiratory Therapist II Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000028081 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC000648 CHS - Pulmonar... Part Time
Registered Respiratory Therapist II-2 CHS - Pulmonary Function Testing Lab (Main) Registered Respiratory Therapist II Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000028080 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary Assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC000648 CHS - Pulmonar... Part Time
REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST I (Adult, Ashley River Tower) CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Adult (ART) CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Adult (ART) Registered Respiratory Therapist I Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000026885 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary Perform a variety of respiratory therapy modalities for patients with cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type​ Regular Cost Center CC000710... Full Time
Registered Respiratory Therapist I CHS - Therapy - Respiratory (Main) Registered Respiratory Therapist II Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000014066 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary 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 measur... Full Time
Registered Respiratory Therapist I CHS - Therapy - Respiratory Pediatric (SJCH) Registered Respiratory Therapist I Hospital Authority (MUHA) R-0000025025 Charleston South Carolina United States Charleston, South Carolina Professional Care & Therapists Nursing, Advanced Practice Providers, & Therapists Job Description Summary 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 measur... Full Time

Work With an Award-Winning Team

 

In 2022, for the eighth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health the No. 1 hospital in South Carolina.

MUSC is honored to be named to Forbes' Best-in-State Employers List. 

MUSC is proud to be recognized as a 2022 Diversity Champion by Insight Into Diversity magazine.

MUSC is thrilled to be one of only 34 health systems named to Forbes' list of Best Large Employers across the country.