<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 full-spectrum patient population — from adult medical/surgical and cardiac care to a Level III NICU — using advanced cardiopulmonary diagnostic equipment including I-STAT blood gas analyzers. A sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is available for eligible candidates, making this a compelling opportunity for both experienced RTs and those early in their careers.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 based on eligibility</li> <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>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Continuing education and career development opportunities</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 South Carolina Piedmont region for over 30 years</li> <li>Respiratory therapy services span all age populations — neonatal (Level III NICU), pediatric, and adult inpatient and outpatient settings</li> <li>Full scope of cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, including quality control and operation of I-STAT blood gas analyzers</li> <li>Service lines include advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, medical/surgical, and a Level III NICU with NICU-trained RT pathway (NRP certification required for NICU-trained therapists)</li> <li>Affiliated satellite campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — featuring a 24/7 Emergency Department, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services</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>Collaborative, team-based environment with established competency pathways and structured orientation period</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); Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred</li> <li>American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification 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 the NICU</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 growing local economy. The region features a mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie and the Catawba River for outdoor recreation, and a vibrant arts and dining scene in a rapidly expanding suburban corridor. Clinicians relocating to Rock Hill gain the lifestyle advantages of the Carolina Piedmont with the professional resources of the greater Charlotte metro close at hand.</p>