Respiratory Therapist | Warwick, Rhode Island

Step into a vital role as a highly skilled Respiratory Therapist, supporting a leading teaching hospital’s dynamic Pediatric and Adult Level I Trauma teams. This 13-week contract offers the opportunity to provide critical care across Pediatric Emergency Department (ED), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), and adult ICU settings, where your expertise will make a significant difference.

Schedule:

• 3x12 hour night shifts per week (specific days to be determined during the interview process)

Required Qualifications:

• Active Rhode Island Respiratory Therapist licensure
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Pediatric experience required, with willingness to work in Pediatric ED and PICU
• Previous experience in Level I trauma, both adult and pediatric
• Background working in teaching hospital environments is highly desirable
• ICU and pediatric clinical experience

Responsibilities:

• Deliver respiratory care and life support to patients in pediatric and adult trauma and critical care areas
• Complete assessments, treatments, and documentation according to evidence-based protocols and hospital standards
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and medical residents
• Support teaching activities and participate in interdisciplinary rounds
• Remain adaptable to patient acuity and rapidly changing clinical priorities

Additional Details & Perks:

• Dress code: scrubs (any color)
• Free parking during night shifts at the main lot; day shift staff park at Coro garage with shuttle service
• Engage in an enriching clinical setting that fosters learning and professional growth

Ready to elevate your career and make an impact in pediatric and adult critical care? Apply today to bring your expertise to this top-tier clinical environment!