Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Overview If you’re a Respiratory Therapist who enjoys combining strong clinical skills with diagnostic expertise, this could be a great next step for you. At WakeMed, we’re looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and has a strong interest or background in Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT). In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work across WakeMed locations, bringing high-quality respiratory care directly to our patients where they are. What You’ll Do In this dynamic role, you’ll provide comprehensive respiratory care for patients of all ages across a variety of settings. Your day-to-day will include: Performing pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory therapy procedures, with a focus on pulmonary testing (preferred) Conducting thorough patient assessments and recommending appropriate treatment plans Monitoring patient response to therapy, including vitals, ABGs, and clinical changes Delivering hands‑on patient care, including therapeutic treatments and education Responding to Code Blue situations and supporting airway management and resuscitation efforts Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes Setting up and managing equipment such as ventilators, gas delivery systems, and aerosol devices Documenting care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record What Makes This Role Unique Pulmonary Testing Focus: Ideal for therapists with PFT experience or those looking to grow in diagnostic respiratory care Variety & Mobility: Travel across WakeMed locations, expanding your clinical exposure and impact Patient-Centered Care: Make a meaningful difference across the continuum of care What We’re Looking For Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Required NC Respiratory Care Practitioner License – Required Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy – Required Pulmonary Function Testing experience – Preferred Certifications (based on patient population) Adult: BLS & ACLS Neonatal/Peds: BLS, PALS & NRP How You’ll Thrive Here (The Wake Way) Put patients first with empathy, respect, and dignity Value teamwork and contribute to a positive, supportive environment Own your work with integrity, safety, and accountability Communicate clearly and build trust with patients and colleagues Continuously seek ways to improve processes and elevate care (Wake Way to Excellence) Why WakeMed? We’re more than a health system—we’re a community that supports your growth, values your expertise, and empowers you to do your best work every day. WakeMed Benefits & Perks Respiratory Career Development Ladder Free parking at all campuses Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra MetLife Pet Insurance 403(b) retirement plan Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed invests in your future If you’re ready to bring your respiratory expertise into a role where your skills in pulmonary testing and patient care truly make an impact, we’d love to connect with you. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr WakeMed Health & Hospitals