Respiratory Therapist | Huntersville, North Carolina

Deliver specialized respiratory care in a dynamic hospital environment with a focus on pediatric and neonatal patients, alongside opportunities to support adult care as needed. This contract role operates within a large academic medical center featuring a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, certified stroke and chest pain units, and a strong commitment to clinical excellence.

Schedule/Hours:

• 12-hour night shifts (19:00 – 07:00), totaling 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation
• No on-call requirements
• Expectation to cover 75% of holidays
• Schedule cycles every 6 weeks

Qualifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Active North Carolina licensure required
• Current BLS, PALS, ACLS, and NRP certifications (Resource Team requirements)
• At least 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience, including ventilator (IPPV/NIPPV) competencies
• Experience across ED, PICU, Pediatric CVICU, Peds PCU, and general medical floors
• Proficient with electronic medical records (EPIC)
• Open to first-time travelers
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive respiratory care for neonates, pediatric, and adult patients as needed across multiple units
• Administer and manage ventilator therapy and other advanced respiratory support modalities
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and report to Respiratory Leadership
• Maintain detailed and accurate records using EPIC
• Participate in orientation, including two days of dedicated departmental training
• Comply with specialized equipment protocols as discussed during interview

Benefits/Perks:

• Supportive departmental leadership and mentorship
• Stable departmental coverage—no floating to other facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Professional environment in a teaching hospital setting
• Provided orientation and ongoing clinical support

Take the next step in your respiratory therapy career and expand your expertise within a renowned pediatric trauma center. If you’re ready to make a significant impact with a dedicated and resourceful team, submit your application today!