<p>Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join its clinical team at a 288-bed acute care facility with more than 30 years of service to York County and the surrounding region. The department supports a broad inpatient and outpatient population across all age groups, including a Level III NICU, advanced cardiac care, maternity services, and a full surgical program. This is a hands-on clinical role with access to advanced diagnostic equipment and a team recognized for elite patient safety standards at both the state and national level.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the broader region for over 30 years</li> <li>Service lines include advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, Level III NICU, preventive care, and surgical services</li> <li>Respiratory care delivered across all age populations — neonatal through adult — in both inpatient and outpatient settings</li> <li>Full scope of respiratory therapy practice: cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, and equipment quality control</li> <li>I-STAT blood gas analyzers on-site with RT-performed quality control responsibilities</li> <li>NICU-trained therapists carry NRP certification, reflecting the department's neonatal acuity and subspecialty depth</li> <li>Cardiac Care program designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation</li> <li>Recipient of the Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award from the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA) in collaboration with DHEC</li> <li>Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — features a 24/7 ED, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services, reflecting a growing regional health system</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of an accredited and approved Respiratory Care Technician or Therapist program; Associate degree required</li> <li>Current Respiratory Therapy licensure through the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners</li> <li>Certified Respiratory Therapy Technician (CRTT) credential required, verified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)</li> <li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred, verified by the NBRC</li> <li>American Heart Association BLS/CPR required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire</li> <li>American Heart Association PALS and ACLS certifications required within the orientation period</li> <li>NRP certification required for therapists assigned to NICU coverage</li> <li>Two to five years of job-related respiratory therapy experience preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina, situated just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living, strong public schools, and a genuine sense of community. The region features a mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie for outdoor recreation, and a rapidly growing dining and arts scene driven by Charlotte's expanding suburban corridor. Clinicians relocating to Rock Hill gain the lifestyle advantages of the Carolinas without the cost and congestion of a large urban center.</p>