Registered Respiratory Therapist I
Company: Chippenham Hospital
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in
you as a(an) Registered Respiratory Therapist I? At Chippenham
Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300
million in programs to support our incredible team members over the
course of three years. Benefits Chippenham Hospital, offers a total
rewards package that supports the health, life, career and
retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs
include: - Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common
services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription
drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine
services and free AirMed medical transportation. - Additional
options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability
coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health
protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity),
auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal
counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more. - Free counseling services and resources for
emotional, physical and financial wellbeing - 401(k) Plan with a
100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) -
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock -
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with
Progyny and adoption assistance. - Referral services for child,
elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more -
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts -
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred
banking partnerships - Education assistance (tuition, student loan,
certification support, dependent scholarships) - Colleague
recognition program - Time Away From Work Program (paid time off,
paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and
leaves of absence) - Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers
free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues
based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. You contribute to
our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and
you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a
dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist I like you to be a part
of our team. Currently offering a sign-on bonus up to $10K Job
Summary and Qualifications The Respiratory Therapist coordinates
and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in
accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the
department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice
for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the
patient care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of
diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients
receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation. What you
will do in this role: - You will perform and document patient
assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff
pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the
need for, and response to, respiratory therapy. - You will
administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery,
aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy. - You will
assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate,
monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation. - You will monitor
patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and
intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response. -
You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent
patients. - You will respond to emergent patient situations and
ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during
resuscitation as required. What qualifications you will need: -
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of
employment start date - (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory
Therapist/Practitioner, or Associate Degree, or Vocational School
Graduate - (NBRC-CRT) Certified Respiratory Therapist Chippenham
Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972,
giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced
technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our
460 bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care
facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the
region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral
health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded
Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top
Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke,
heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and
knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn
Center and Level I Trauma Center. {{"Good people beget good
people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder}} We are
a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition
team is reviewing applications for our Registered Respiratory
Therapist I opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of
caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
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