Job Summary Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Location not specified. This role involves delivering comprehensive respiratory care services within a healthcare facility, focusing on neonatal and pediatric patients. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes through various respiratory procedures and diagnostics.

Job Details Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate of AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy; Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC; BLS required on hire; ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Training & Experience:

Current, competent, and basic knowledge of intensive care and neonatal intensive care, including EKG, ABG, spirometry, and oximetry; team-oriented, compassionate, detail-oriented, with strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills; ability to work collaboratively and with minimal supervision. Essential Functions include examining and treating patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders, monitoring treatment progress, educating patients, drawing ABG samples, applying and monitoring medical gases and ventilators, assisting with airway management, performing diagnostic testing such as pulmonary function testing and electrocardiograms, and sharing workload with extended shifts, including call and holiday coverage.

Schedule:

Days shift, 12 hours, minimum 36 hours per week, with flexibility for extended shifts, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

Submission Requirements:

Candidates should be prepared for immediate start and meet all listed qualifications. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits