Registered Respiratory Therapist in Gastonia, NC

Step into a dynamic environment providing respiratory care within a state-of-the-art pediatric trauma and teaching hospital. This contract position requires a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver comprehensive respiratory therapy services throughout the hospital, including neonatal, pediatric, and, as needed, adult patient populations.

Schedule & Hours:

• 12-hour night shifts (generally 7:00 pm – 7:00 am)
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Schedule cycle is every 6 weeks; up to 6 RTO days (excluding holidays) approved

Qualifications:

• Valid RRT or CRT credential
• Current North Carolina Respiratory Care license
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP
• At least 2 years of experience in respiratory therapy, including exposure to resource teams and ventilator management (IPPV/NIPPV)
• Experience supporting patients across ED, PICU, pediatric CVICU, pediatric PCU, and general med floors
• Comfortable with Epic EMR and department-specific equipment

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality respiratory care to all age groups, primarily neonate and pediatric patients
• Provide interventions and manage ventilator support including both invasive and noninvasive methods
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team and respiratory department leadership
• Adhere to protocols for orientation (NEO) and department onboarding
• Maintain professional standards, including required uniform of royal blue scrubs

Additional Information:

• No external floating due to specialty patient needs
• Free parking available onsite
• Comprehensive departmental and orientation support
• Must meet the 50-mile radius rule from permanent residence to home unit

Bring your expertise to a facility recognized as a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, Chest Pain Center, and Certified Stroke Center. If you’re ready for a challenging, rewarding contract with a supportive team and advanced care environment, submit your application today.