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. This role covers the full scope of inpatient and outpatient respiratory care across all age populations, including a Level III NICU, advanced cardiac services, and a busy medical/surgical environment. The position carries a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 for eligible candidates and offers a strong platform for clinical growth within a nationally safety-recognized hospital system.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the broader region for over 30 years
- Full-scope respiratory care delivery across inpatient and outpatient settings for all age populations
- Diagnostic cardiopulmonary testing and quality control on all respiratory care equipment, including i-STAT blood gas analyzers
- Level III NICU — NRP certification required for NICU-trained therapists
- Advanced cardiac services 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
- Maternity care and women's services on campus
- Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score recipient and Certified Zero Harm Award honoree from the South Carolina Hospital Association in collaboration with DHEC
- 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, expanding the system's regional footprint
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment with advanced technology throughout
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited and approved Respiratory Care Technician or Therapist program; Associate degree required
- Current Respiratory Therapy licensure through the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners
- CRTT credential required, verified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); RRT preferred
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR required — must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- American Heart Association PALS and ACLS certifications required within the orientation period
- NRP certification required for therapists assigned to NICU coverage
- 2–5 years of job-related respiratory therapy experience preferred
- Completion of established position competencies within the designated introductory period
About the Community
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 and the Catawba River for outdoor recreation, and a growing arts and dining scene in a rapidly developing Piedmont corridor. Clinicians relocating to Rock Hill gain the lifestyle advantages of a mid-sized Southern city with the professional resources of the greater Charlotte metro close at hand.