Travel Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric RT

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with Level IV NICU experience for a night shift position at a Magnet-designated teaching hospital.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required
• BLS required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP preferred
• Washington State Respiratory license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 2 years of experience required, which can be Adult critical care and NICU combined, or NICU (Level 3/4) alone
• NICU Level IV work history required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• LTAC and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Proficient in ventilator management including BiPAP, CPAP, high frequency jet ventilator, and high frequency oscillator
• Experience with ECMO preferred
• Skilled in airway management including intubation/extubation assistance, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment including Bubble CPAP, oscillating ventilators, and high frequency jet ventilators
• Experience assisting in high-risk deliveries and neonatal transports
• Proficient in arterial blood gas draws and interpretation
• Experience with Servo U ventilator

Responsibilities

• Work within a Pediatric Respiratory/Neuro Diagnostics unit, including Level IV NICU, adult floor, and ICU settings
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Weekend shifts required as needed by the unit
• Floating within the hospital required; no floating to sister hospitals
• EPIC charting system used
• Provide respiratory care across adult critical care, emergency department, and NICU settings
• Manage medication delivery systems including nebulizers, MDIs, and aerosol setups
• Care for patients with conditions such as ARDS, aspiration, cystic fibrosis, and fresh tracheostomy
• Perform chest physiotherapy and pulmonary hygiene procedures
• Magnet-designated teaching hospital with Level I trauma center status
• Scrubs of any color permitted; scrubs provided for OR personnel
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Prior staff must have an 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• RTO limited to a maximum of 1 week, with restrictions during the first 2 weeks of assignment

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs