Graduate Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics)-Full-Time-Nights

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Position qualifies for our inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program:$15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment. This position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location)Participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists)
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Residency Program Launch Your Career in Pediatric Care!
Are you a new graduate ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young patients? Our six-month Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Residency Program is designed just for you!
Intensive Clinical Training: Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical experiences in diverse pediatric settings; including NICU, PICU, and pediatric acute care.
Expert Mentorship: Partner with experience respiratory therapists who will guide you through your residency journey, providing support and insight.
Take advantage of opportunities to prepare for specialty certifications such as your RRT and NPS. Interdisciplinary Collaborations: Engage with various healthcare professionals to develop holistic care approaches.
Upcoming graduates with a degree in Respiratory Therapy

• Passionate individuals eager to specialize in pediatric and neonatal care
• Candidates committed to excellence in healthcare

Under the direction of department managem e nt and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.
Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. Legal Employer: Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Respiratory Therapy
Work Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $26.59 - $38.23 per hour (Hiring Range)

Work Schedule: Nights
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. J-18808-Ljbffr UNC Health Care