Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a full-time Lead Respiratory Therapist for the night shift at its 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the greater Charlotte metro region. This leadership role carries direct supervisory responsibility over the Respiratory Therapy department while maintaining hands-on patient care across a high-acuity service line that includes advanced cardiac care, a Level III NICU, and a full surgical and women's services program. A $20,000 sign-on bonus underscores the facility's commitment to attracting experienced RT leaders ready to drive clinical excellence and team development.
Perks and Benefits
- $20,000 sign-on bonus, paid over two years
- 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)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Full-time nights position with direct oversight of the Respiratory Therapy staff on shift
- 288-bed acute care facility with advanced equipment and a broad clinical service line
- Level III NICU — one of the highest-acuity neonatal environments in the region
- Advanced heart and stroke care program; designated Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield
- Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program recognized by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Maternity care and full women's services program on campus
- Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score recipient and Certified Zero Harm Award honoree from the South Carolina Hospital Association
- Sister facility — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — expands the system's regional footprint and career mobility
- Lead RT responsibilities include staff assessment, evaluation, counseling, care coordination, delegation, and outcomes-based documentation in accordance with RT Department standards
- Patient and family education is a defined component of the role, with individualized education planning expected
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate of Science degree required
- Minimum Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred
- Five years of critical care respiratory therapy experience required
- American Heart Association BLS/CPR required within 7 days of hire; AHA ACLS, PALS, and NRP required within the orientation period
- Minimum one year of team leader or supervisory experience preferred
- Level II or Level III NICU experience preferred
About the Community
Rock Hill sits in York County, South Carolina — just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — offering residents easy access to a major metropolitan area while enjoying a noticeably lower cost of living, strong public and private school options, and a growing suburban community with restaurants, parks, and cultural amenities. The region's mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie, and the outdoor recreation corridors of the Carolina Piedmont make it a compelling destination for clinicians relocating from higher cost-of-living markets. York County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in South Carolina, bringing with it new development, infrastructure investment, and a vibrant local economy.