Neonatal NICU Respiratory Therapist

Health, Inc; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Health, Inc. is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The role focuses on delivering specialized respiratory care to neonates with breathing disorders and supporting the health of vulnerable infants in a high-acuity setting.

Candidates should have respiratory therapy certification/licensure and a background in neonatal or pediatric respiratory care. Strong clinical skills and excellent teamwork and communication are essential for patient-centered

Qualifications

• Certification and licensure in respiratory therapy.
• Experience or knowledge in neonatal or pediatric respiratory care preferred.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and compassionate patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory care to neonates with breathing disorders.
• Support the health and well-being of vulnerable infants in a high-acuity setting.
• Utilize advanced respiratory therapy skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive neonatal care.

Skills

Neonatal respiratory care

Team collaboration

Communication

Compassionate patient care

Attention to detail

Education

Respiratory therapy certification/licensure

Job description

Role: Respiratory Therapist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory care to neonates with breathing disorders


• Support the health and well-being of vulnerable infants in a high-acuity setting


• Utilize advanced respiratory therapy skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes


• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive neonatal care

Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant certification and licensure in respiratory therapy


• Experience or knowledge in neonatal or pediatric respiratory care preferred


• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail


• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team


• Excellent communication and compassionate patient care skills