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North Carolina's health systems, including Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Duke University Health System, and UNC Health, regularly hire respiratory therapists and have established records of sponsoring work visas. Demand is concentrated in Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, and Greensboro, where large hospital networks and academic medical centers drive consistent hiring for this licensed clinical role.
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Requisition Number: 256274
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 20, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Occupational Summary
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders and under supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Work Performed
- Verify physician orders for appropriateness and accuracy.
- Understand pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions.
- Consults with providers based on patient care assessments and in accordance to accepted protocols.
- Provides education to patients, families, physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
- Monitors response to all therapy.
- Documents in the patient medical record.
- Communicates all pertinent clinical information during patient rounds and handoff.
- Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures; inclusive of nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning and samples, arterial blood gas punctures, pulse oximetry and EtCO2 monitoring, pulmonary function and bedside pulmonary mechanics, and EKG's.
- Recognizes life threatening situations and initiates appropriate response, perform CPR and bag-mask ventilation.
- Assure correct set-up, safety and function of all equipment/ supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
- Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures.
- Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Maintains all necessary safety and life support certifications per Can provide the following therapy: Oxygen Supply Systems Equipment Processing Manual Resuscitation Oxygen administration Humidity and Aerosol Therapy Small Volume Nebulizer MDI Administration Incentive Spirometry Airway Clearance Therapy Arterial Uncture ECG (if performed by hiring institute) Patient reporting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient.
- Skills validation/certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level.
- Must maintain annual skill requirements.
- Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements.
- Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEU's.
- Customer service and communication expertise.
- Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team.
- Work is performed in all areas of Duke University Health System, at applicable hiring location.
- Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds.
- Work requires walking, climbing and bending.
Minimum Qualifications
Active enrollment in a 2 year approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent) and is in good standing. Completion of the first semester of the respiratory care program.
Experience
None required beyond clinical affiliation of the respiratory program.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
The student RCP must register with the Board before providing Respiratory Care procedures as a Respiratory Care Assistant and will receive an approval letter from the Board. The student RCP will provide a copy of the approval letter to the employer. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and any other certifications applicable to the institution.
Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
Work Arrangement: Regular
Requisition Number: 256274
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: DUKE HOSPITAL
Date: Apr 20, 2026
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.
About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Occupational Summary
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. Work performed in accordance with physician orders and under supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Work Performed
- Verify physician orders for appropriateness and accuracy.
- Understand pharmacological indications, dosages and response to adverse drug reactions.
- Consults with providers based on patient care assessments and in accordance to accepted protocols.
- Provides education to patients, families, physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
- Monitors response to all therapy.
- Documents in the patient medical record.
- Communicates all pertinent clinical information during patient rounds and handoff.
- Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures; inclusive of nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning and samples, arterial blood gas punctures, pulse oximetry and EtCO2 monitoring, pulmonary function and bedside pulmonary mechanics, and EKG's.
- Recognizes life threatening situations and initiates appropriate response, perform CPR and bag-mask ventilation.
- Assure correct set-up, safety and function of all equipment/ supplies necessary in the provision of patient care.
- Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures.
- Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Maintains all necessary safety and life support certifications per Can provide the following therapy: Oxygen Supply Systems Equipment Processing Manual Resuscitation Oxygen administration Humidity and Aerosol Therapy Small Volume Nebulizer MDI Administration Incentive Spirometry Airway Clearance Therapy Arterial Uncture ECG (if performed by hiring institute) Patient reporting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient.
- Skills validation/certifications of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of this level.
- Must maintain annual skill requirements.
- Must maintain annual safety/compliance requirements.
- Must maintain North Carolina annual license requirements for CEU's.
- Customer service and communication expertise.
- Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team.
- Work is performed in all areas of Duke University Health System, at applicable hiring location.
- Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds.
- Work requires walking, climbing and bending.
Minimum Qualifications
Active enrollment in a 2 year approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent) and is in good standing. Completion of the first semester of the respiratory care program.
Experience
None required beyond clinical affiliation of the respiratory program.
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
The student RCP must register with the Board before providing Respiratory Care procedures as a Respiratory Care Assistant and will receive an approval letter from the Board. The student RCP will provide a copy of the approval letter to the employer. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and any other certifications applicable to the institution.
Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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Which companies sponsor visas for respiratory therapists in North Carolina?
The largest sponsors in North Carolina are major health systems: Duke University Health System, UNC Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Novant Health, and WakeMed Health and Hospitals. These organizations have HR infrastructure and legal teams experienced with H-1B and other work visa petitions. Smaller community hospitals and staffing agencies that place respiratory therapists with healthcare facilities also sponsor in some cases, though less frequently.
Which visa types are most common for respiratory therapist roles in North Carolina?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for respiratory therapists, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in respiratory care or a closely related field. Some internationally trained therapists also come through the EB-3 employment-based green card pathway, which health systems use when they commit to longer-term hiring. J-1 exchange visitor status is occasionally used for clinical training programs at academic medical centers.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most respiratory therapist sponsorship jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, and Greensboro account for the largest share of respiratory therapist openings tied to visa sponsorship in North Carolina. Charlotte's Atrium and Novant networks, the Research Triangle's Duke and UNC systems, and the Triad region's Cone Health and Atrium affiliates all hire regularly. Smaller markets like Asheville and Wilmington have hospital systems that hire respiratory therapists but post fewer sponsored positions overall.
How to find respiratory therapist visa sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters respiratory therapist openings by sponsorship availability and state, so you can browse North Carolina postings without sorting through roles that don't offer visa support. Because respiratory therapy is a licensed clinical role, confirming that a posting is open to candidates requiring H-1B sponsorship before applying saves significant time. Migrate Mate surfaces that information alongside each listing.
Are there state-specific licensing or hiring considerations for respiratory therapists seeking sponsorship in North Carolina?
Yes. North Carolina requires respiratory therapists to hold a license issued by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board before practicing. Employers will typically require proof of a valid state license or eligibility to obtain one as a condition of hire, separate from any visa petition. International candidates who trained outside the U.S. should verify their credentials are accepted for licensure in North Carolina, as the board may require additional evaluation of foreign educational credentials.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored respiratory therapist jobs in North Carolina?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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