Description

American Traveler is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (CRT or RRT) with at least 1 year of NICU experience for a day shift position covering adult, pediatric, and Level 2 NICU patients.

Details

• Work in a hospital respiratory therapy department serving adult, pediatric, and Level 2 NICU patients
• Attend high-risk deliveries as part of NICU responsibilities
• Performs invasive and non-invasive respiratory care including ventilator management, emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, arterial punctures, and Bubble CPAP
• 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• No call required

Requirements

• CRT or RRT credential required; candidates within 6 months of graduation from a Registry Program must attain RRT within 90 days of hire
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
• Experience with Bubble CPAP required
• Experience managing NICU patients on ventilators required
• Active VA Respiratory Therapy license required (license required if applicable)
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP
• Vocational/Technical Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and other staff
• Proof of address and 1 supervisory reference required for consideration
• Full SSN and DOB (MM/DD) required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under physician supervision, including evaluation of cardiopulmonary function and assessment of treatment effectiveness
• Patient population spans neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
• First-time travelers: manager conducts interviews, typically via ITO with a possible second interview