Respiratory Therapist

Category Respiratory Therapist Job Type Contract An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join a dynamic pediatric hospital environment on a contract basis. This pivotal role focuses on providing specialized respiratory care to neonate, pediatric, and occasionally adult patients within a comprehensive Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.

Schedule/Hours:

12-hour night shifts: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (36 hours/week) Every other weekend rotation No call required Required to work 75% of holidays Schedule cycles every 6 weeks

Key Qualifications:

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Active NC licensure Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications Minimum of 2 years' recent experience in respiratory therapy, specifically resource team settings Strong proficiency with

IPPV/NIPPV

ventilators; experience across ED, PICU, Pediatric CVICU, and Pediatric PCU units Comfort working with a variety of patient ages and diagnoses

EPIC EMR

proficiency preferred First-time travelers are welcome

Primary Responsibilities:

Deliver comprehensive respiratory care throughout the hospital, with a focus on neonate and pediatric patients Administer and monitor ventilator therapy (IPPV/NIPPV) and respiratory interventions as indicated Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation in the EMR system Participate in scheduled orientation and ongoing departmental education

Additional Details:

No floating to other facilities due to department specialization Royal blue scrubs required Free on-site parking provided Support from dedicated respiratory leadership If you are a compassionate, skilled respiratory therapist ready for the unique challenges and rewards of pediatric critical care, we invite you to submit your application today and take the next step in your career. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled