Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Overview Join the #1 Hospital in North Carolina At WakeMed, we don’t just provide care—we set the standard. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that’s committed to excellence in patient care, innovation, and professional growth. What You’ll Do As a Respiratory Therapist at WakeMed, you’ll deliver expert care across a diverse patient population—adult, pediatric, and neonatal. Responsibilities include: Airway management and oxygen therapy Administration of nebulized medications Secretion management Planning, implementing, and evaluating therapy effectiveness Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team Why WakeMed is the Destination for Respiratory Therapy Work in one of the busiest Level I Trauma Emergency Departments in the U.S. 7 Adult ICU assignments offering diverse clinical experience Innovative ECMO program with internal certification qualifying for NC ECMO licensure endorsement Perform Ultrasound-Guided Arterial Line Placement Dedicated New Grad Internship Program Separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric Teams Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employees Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants

• 5,000 with 1-year commitment
• 10,000 with 2-year commitment
• 15,000 with 3-year commitment Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

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 Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team that’s driven by purpose, powered by compassion, and committed to excellence. Apply today and become part of the WakeWay. Department Description Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit EOE Licensure Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NC Respiratory Care Practitioner License Certifications Required at Time of Hire: Basic Life Support (Adult & Neonatal/Peds) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Education Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Experience No Experience Required #J-18808-Ljbffr WakeMed Health & Hospitals