Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Job Description

Job Description

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RT)
St. Margaret's Center | Albany, NY

Full Time | Night Shift

Pay: $36-$50/hour
based on experience & shift differential

At St. Margaret's Center, we see kids, not conditions.

As a Respiratory Therapist at St. Margaret's Center , you'll have the opportunity to provide specialized respiratory care to children and young adults with complex medical needs while working alongside a dedicated team focused on delivering personalized, high-quality care.

As a 94-bed pediatric and young adult skilled nursing facility in Albany, NY, we provide specialized, around-the-clock care while helping residents experience the joys of childhood through education, activities, friendships, and community involvement.

What Makes St. Margaret's Different?

• Specialized Pediatric Care: Work with children and young adults who have complex medical and respiratory needs.
• Meaningful Connections: Build lasting relationships with residents and become an important part of their daily lives.
• Smaller Care Units: Average of just 16 residents per unit, allowing for more personalized care.
• Supportive Staffing: Higher staffing ratios and a collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Unique Work Environment: Be part of a facility where medical care, education, recreation, and everyday childhood experiences come together.

What You'll Do as a Respiratory Therapist:

• Assess, monitor, and provide respiratory care to pediatric and young adult residents with complex medical needs.
• Administer prescribed respiratory treatments, including tracheostomy care and airway management.
• Monitor respiratory status and respond to changes in residents' conditions.
• Collaborate with care team members to develop and support individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatments, assessments, and resident responses.
• Follow established clinical, safety, and infection control standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Knowledge of respiratory care practices, procedures, and clinical standards.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Benefits & Perks:

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free life and long-term disability insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
• Paid holidays, bereavement leave, and jury duty pay
• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Wellness programs and employee assistance program
• Employee recognition programs and referral bonuses
• Access to Rain, allowing early access to earned wages

At St. Margaret's Center , respiratory care is about more than managing medical needs. It's about helping children and young adults live fuller, more meaningful lives. Join a team where your work makes a lasting impact!

At The Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.