Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Pinson, AL

Respiratory Therapist In Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Make a significant impact as a skilled Respiratory Therapist working in a fast-paced Level 3/4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with a focus on critical neonatal care. This contract opportunity offers a dynamic environment where advanced clinical expertise is valued and supported.

Schedule & Hours:

• Night shifts: 3x12-hour or 4x12-hour
• 6:30pm7:00am

Key Qualifications:

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required
• Valid BLS, NRP, and PALS certifications
• Minimum of 2+ years' recent experience as a NICU Respiratory Therapist (Level 3 or 4)
• Previous travel assignment experience essential
• Demonstrated expertise with oscillator ventilation, conventional vents, jet ventilation, and experience handling umbilical lines, neonatal hypothermia, and ventilator management for extremely low birth weight infants
• Comfortable working with ratios of 2:3-4 and caring for babies as small as 300500 gramsincluding complex cases and transfers from across the state

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive respiratory care to critically ill neonates within a high-volume NICU
• Operate and manage conventional and specialized ventilators (oscillator, jet, etc.)
• Collaborate closely with unit teams to provide optimal patient outcomes
• Monitor and document patient status, promptly responding to changes in neonate condition
• Support intake for transfers and manage care for infants from 21.5 weeks gestation and higher, often across 120-baby census
• Provide expert interventions for premature and medically fragile newborns, including hypothermia management and umbilical line handling

This contract is 13 weeks and begins as soon as onboarding is complete. Engage in meaningful, rewarding work while leveraging your expertise among multidisciplinary professionals committed to neonatal excellence.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready for an engaging role in a top-tier NICU, submit your application today. Take your Respiratory Therapy career to the next level supporting the tiniest patients who need it most!

$2,451 - $2,584/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.