Respiratory Therapist, Registered – Pediatric/Neonatal

Job description

Overview
At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community—and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.
We are seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (Pediatric/Neonatal) to join our team. In this role, you will provide specialized respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients across a variety of clinical settings. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess patients, deliver evidence-based treatments, educate families, and support exceptional outcomes for some of our most vulnerable patients.
What you'll do
• Assess, treat, and manage neonatal and pediatric patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions.
• Perform respiratory care procedures, including advanced respiratory therapies and ventilator management.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and ongoing care needs.
• Document care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.

Who you are
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with an active Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license, or eligible to obtain licensure.
• Experienced in neonatal and/or pediatric respiratory care, including critical care environments.
• Skilled in patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications, or able to obtain within the required timeframe.
• Committed to delivering compassionate, family-centered care and exceptional patient experiences.

Why WakeMed is the Destination for Respiratory Therapy
• Work in one of the busiest Level I Trauma Emergency Departments in the U.S.
• 7 Adult ICU assignments offering diverse clinical experience
• Innovative ECMO program with internal certification qualifying for NC ECMO licensure endorsement
• Perform
• -Guided Arterial Line Placement
• Dedicated New Grad Internship Program
• Separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric Teams
• Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employees

Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants
• $5,000 with 1-year commitment
• $10,000 with 2-year commitment
• $15,000 with 3-year commitment Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

WakeMed Benefits & Perks
• Respiratory Career Development Ladder
• Free parking at all campuses
• Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
• MetLife Pet Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
• Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses
• WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives
• WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
• Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
• Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
• Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed invests in your future

Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that’s driven by purpose, powered by compassion, and committed to excellence. Apply today and become part of the WakeWay.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
EOE
Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
Education
Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
Experience
Neonatal and/or pediatric respiratory care experience preferred