Travel Respiratory Therapy Technician in Springfield, MO

Why Join Us Work within a high-acuity pediatric and neonatal unit at a recognized Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and patient satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Initiate, manage, and adjust respiratory care interventions and procedures for pediatric and neonatal patients, including those in PICU and NICU settings.

Job Title

Travel: Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Nights

Location

Springfield, Missouri

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Nights | 3x12 (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | 36 Hours Guaranteed Per Week | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate, manage, and adjust respiratory care interventions and procedures for pediatric and neonatal patients, including those in PICU and NICU settings
• Operate and maintain advanced respiratory equipment including Draeger VN500, Hamilton G-5, Oscillator, and Jet Ventilator
• Assess and identify physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients and families, and communicate changes in patient status to the interdisciplinary care team
• Accurately document patient care, maintain care plans, and ensure all charges and credits are entered appropriately within the EPIC EMR system
• Demonstrate safe medication administration practices and adhere to all infection control, confidentiality, and facility safety policies
• Float to related pediatric and neonatal areas as required by the facility

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Current state licensure in the state of practice
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric and/or Neonatal Intensive Care experience

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working with high-acuity pediatric and neonatal patient populations including PICU and NICU
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR
• Adaptable, team-oriented personality with the ability to manage variable patient ratios and dynamic workloads

Why Join Us

• Work within a high-acuity pediatric and neonatal unit at a recognized Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and patient satisfaction
• Gain experience in a well-equipped unit of approximately 62 beds across Peds, PICU, and NICU with access to advanced ventilator technology