Category
Respiratory Therapist
Job Type
Contract
Seeking an experienced and compassionate professional to deliver expert respiratory care at a highly regarded teaching hospital specializing in pediatric and adult patients. This contract opportunity offers the chance to provide essential therapy services in a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center with advanced care resources.
Schedule and Hours:
- 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
- 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation: every other weekend
- No on-call requirement
- Travel staff will work 75% of holidays
Key Qualifications:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
- Active North Carolina licensure
- BLS, PALS, ACLS, NRP certifications required (per Resource Team standards)
- Minimum of 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience, including proficiency with IPPV/NIPPV ventilators
- Experience across ED, PICU, Peds CVICU, Peds PCU, and general med/surg floors preferred
- Will consider first-time travelers with sufficient clinical background
- Permanent residence must be at least 50 miles from the home unit
Role Responsibilities:
- Deliver advanced respiratory care across all patient populations within the facility—primarily neonate to pediatric, with occasional adult care when needed
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and respiratory leadership to ensure comprehensive, high-quality patient support
- Utilize EPIC EMR and department-specific ventilators (detailed equipment discussion during interview)
- Float within the facility’s respiratory care units; not assigned to outside facilities due to specialty needs
- Participate in required departmental and facility orientation
Perks and Environment:
- Work in a certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center with 247 licensed beds
- Supportive team leadership and a commitment to staff development
- Free parking provided
- Royal blue scrubs required
Contribute your expertise in a dynamic, innovative environment with strong team support. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact while growing your skills, submit your application today!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement