Job Title: Respiratory Care Practitioner
Profession: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Specialty: RRT PICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour or Day 3x12-Hour
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2-3 years of experience with at least 1 year in PICU or Pediatric CVICU assistance
License: RRT credential, pending Massachusetts license acceptable
Certifications: BLS, PALS
Must-Have: CRT not accepted; PICU experience required
Description:
We are seeking a registered respiratory therapist with experience in the PICU.
The position involves a 36-hour work week consisting of three 12-hour shifts.
There will be a 50/50 rotation between day and night shifts as per department needs.
We aim to limit the rotation between day and night shifts unless specifically requested.
Two to three years of respiratory therapy experience are required, with emphasis on pediatric critical care.
Travel experience is not required for this position.
Candidates must be able to manage high-pressure alarms and wean patients from mechanical ventilation.
The role includes patient care for neonates, infants, adolescents, and pediatrics.
Special procedures, including intubation assistance and tracheostomy care, are part of this role.
Familiarity with charting systems, particularly Epic, is necessary.
We look forward to receiving applications from qualified candidates.