Respiratory Therapist Jobs in South Carolina
Respiratory Therapist jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in acute care hospitals, cardiopulmonary units, and long-term acute care facilities, with steady demand from new-graduate to senior clinician level. The largest hiring activity is in Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston, where systems like Prisma Health, Bon Secours, and MUSC Health maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties in the state are neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, critical care ventilator management, and pulmonary rehabilitation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview
Piedmont Medical Network is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Piedmont Medical Network, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
***$20,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (Paid over 2 Years)***
The Team Leader will provide direct oversight over Respiratory staff and participates in evaluations and counseling sessions of Respiratory staff. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care given to patients at PMC requiring respiratory therapy services.
Responsibilities
- Performs and documents basic assessment. Identifies deviations for the norm based on standards. Reassesses, identifies, and prioritizes problems in accordance with the assessment.
- Standards of care initiated and utilized in accordance with the RT Department standards. Available resources are identified and utilized to achieve standards of care. Standards of care are revised in accordance with RT Department standards.
- Evaluates and modifies care based on subjective and objective patient responses. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Documentation reflects department standards.
- Identifies needs and customizes education for patients and families.
- Patient care activities are coordinated, communicated, and delegated to team members appropriately. Patient report communicated in a concise, accurate and timely manner in accordance with RT Department standards. Evaluates care provided by direct observation.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Required:
- Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science
- Experience: 5 years of Critical Care experience
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Licensure/Certification:
- Minimum of CRT
- American Heart Association BLS CPR, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- American Heart Association ACLS, PALS, and NRP within orientation period.
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Preferred:
-
Experience:
- Level 2 or 3 NICU experience
- Minimum of 1 year of Team Leader/Supervisory experience
- Licensure/Certification: RRT
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Experience:
Organization Description
Piedmont Medical Network has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team. The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.
Piedmont Medical Network has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC. The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was 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. At Piedmont Medical Network, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Performs and documents basic assessment. Identifies deviations for the norm based on standards. Reassesses, identifies, and prioritizes problems in accordance with the assessment.
- Standards of care initiated and utilized in accordance with the RT Department standards. Available resources are identified and utilized to achieve standards of care. Standards of care are revised in accordance with RT Department standards.
- Evaluates and modifies care based on subjective and objective patient responses. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Documentation reflects department standards.
- Identifies needs and customizes education for patients and families.
- Patient care activities are coordinated, communicated, and delegated to team members appropriately. Patient report communicated in a concise, accurate and timely manner in accordance with RT Department standards. Evaluates care provided by direct observation.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Required:
- Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science
- Experience: 5 years of Critical Care experience
-
Licensure/Certification:
- Minimum of CRT
- American Heart Association BLS CPR, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- American Heart Association ACLS, PALS, and NRP within orientation period.
-
Preferred:
-
Experience:
- Level 2 or 3 NICU experience
- Minimum of 1 year of Team Leader/Supervisory experience
- Licensure/Certification: RRT
-
Experience:
Overview
Piedmont Medical Network is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Piedmont Medical Network, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
***$20,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (Paid over 2 Years)***
The Team Leader will provide direct oversight over Respiratory staff and participates in evaluations and counseling sessions of Respiratory staff. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care given to patients at PMC requiring respiratory therapy services.
Responsibilities
- Performs and documents basic assessment. Identifies deviations for the norm based on standards. Reassesses, identifies, and prioritizes problems in accordance with the assessment.
- Standards of care initiated and utilized in accordance with the RT Department standards. Available resources are identified and utilized to achieve standards of care. Standards of care are revised in accordance with RT Department standards.
- Evaluates and modifies care based on subjective and objective patient responses. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Documentation reflects department standards.
- Identifies needs and customizes education for patients and families.
- Patient care activities are coordinated, communicated, and delegated to team members appropriately. Patient report communicated in a concise, accurate and timely manner in accordance with RT Department standards. Evaluates care provided by direct observation.
- Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Required:
- Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science
- Experience: 5 years of Critical Care experience
-
Licensure/Certification:
- Minimum of CRT
- American Heart Association BLS CPR, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- American Heart Association ACLS, PALS, and NRP within orientation period.
-
Preferred:
-
Experience:
- Level 2 or 3 NICU experience
- Minimum of 1 year of Team Leader/Supervisory experience
- Licensure/Certification: RRT
-
Experience:
Organization Description
Piedmont Medical Network has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team. The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.
Piedmont Medical Network has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC. The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was 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. At Piedmont Medical Network, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Performs and documents basic assessment. Identifies deviations for the norm based on standards. Reassesses, identifies, and prioritizes problems in accordance with the assessment.
- Standards of care initiated and utilized in accordance with the RT Department standards. Available resources are identified and utilized to achieve standards of care. Standards of care are revised in accordance with RT Department standards.
- Evaluates and modifies care based on subjective and objective patient responses. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Documentation reflects department standards.
- Identifies needs and customizes education for patients and families.
- Patient care activities are coordinated, communicated, and delegated to team members appropriately. Patient report communicated in a concise, accurate and timely manner in accordance with RT Department standards. Evaluates care provided by direct observation.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Required:
- Education: Graduate of an approved and accredited Respiratory Therapy program; Associate degree in Science
- Experience: 5 years of Critical Care experience
-
Licensure/Certification:
- Minimum of CRT
- American Heart Association BLS CPR, must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- American Heart Association ACLS, PALS, and NRP within orientation period.
-
Preferred:
-
Experience:
- Level 2 or 3 NICU experience
- Minimum of 1 year of Team Leader/Supervisory experience
- Licensure/Certification: RRT
-
Experience:
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Respiratory Therapist Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Prisma Health13
- Voyage Health12V
- Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System9
- McLeod Health5
- American Traveler3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in respiratory therapist jobs across South Carolina.
- Active South Carolina respiratory care practitioner license issued by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory care from a CAAHEP-accredited program
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for critical care or ICU settings
- Hands-on experience with mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas interpretation, and airway management
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays in hospital environments
Respiratory Therapist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a respiratory therapist in South Carolina?
You must hold an active respiratory care practitioner license issued by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners to practice in the state. The path starts with completing an accredited respiratory care program, then passing the Therapist Multiple-Choice and Clinical Simulation exams administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care to earn the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. Once credentialed, you apply for a South Carolina license before beginning employment.
How much do respiratory therapists make in South Carolina?
Respiratory therapists in South Carolina earn a median of about $77,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,700 for the lowest 10% to over $90,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire respiratory therapists in South Carolina?
South Carolina respiratory therapist roles are posted by Prisma Health, Voyage Health, and Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large integrated health systems with multiple campuses across the state, including rural and community hospitals, tend to post the most consistent volume of openings.
Which South Carolina cities have the most respiratory therapist jobs?
Greenville, Columbia, and Florence have the most respiratory therapist openings in South Carolina. Columbia anchors hiring as the state capital and home to major academic medical centers, Greenville drives demand through its large and expanding Upstate hospital corridor, and Charleston's concentration of teaching hospitals and specialty care facilities, including MUSC Health, sustains strong ongoing recruitment.
Are there remote respiratory therapist jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Respiratory therapy is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so the large majority of positions are fully on-site. About 0% of respiratory therapist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in telehealth respiratory monitoring or case management roles rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a respiratory therapist in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a new-graduate staff position at a large health system that offers structured orientation programs, such as those at Prisma Health or MUSC Health, which regularly onboard candidates directly from accredited programs. Completing a clinical rotation at a South Carolina facility during your program gives you a direct hiring advantage. Candidates moving from roles like respiratory therapy technician or emergency medical technician can also transition into staff therapist openings, especially at community hospitals with higher turnover.
Where can I find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to respiratory therapist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your credentials, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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