Neonatal Respiratory Therapist II

Johns Hopkins HealthCare LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Maryland is seeking an Advanced Respiratory Therapist to join the Pediatric Respiratory Care Department. The role offers full-time, part-time, and per diem positions, with diverse exposure to NICU, PICU, and ECMO.

You will assess and treat cardiopulmonary conditions using advanced therapies and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Required credentials include an accredited associate degree in Respiratory Care, NBRC RRT, Maryland license, and BLS CPR.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited associate degree program in Respiratory Care.
• Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Maryland State License.
• BLS CPR certification.
• Interest or experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care or ECMO preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply specialized respiratory care knowledge to assess and recommend interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary issues.
• Administer diverse therapies including medical gas, humidity, aerosol, hyperinflation, and bronchial hygiene therapies.
• Manage both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Provide emergency care and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement tailored multidisciplinary care plans.
• Work across NICU, PICU, pediatric cardiac ICU, transport, and ECMO.

Skills

Respiratory care

Ventilator management

Emergency care

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

NBRC Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Join an amazing team of healthcare professionals at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center (JHCC) in the Pediatric Respiratory Care Department. Within this world-renowned academic teaching hospital, you'll find the perfect place to start or grow your career with opportunities for advancement and endless learning. Full-time, part-time, and per diem positions are available. As an Advanced Registered Respiratory Therapist, your expertise in respiratory care will make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. You'll assess and treat cardiopulmonary conditions using advanced therapies, including medical gas administration, aerosol treatments, hyperinflation techniques, and mechanical ventilation management. With extensive exposure to a variety of specialties, including NICU, PICU, pediatric cardiac ICU, transport, and ECMO, you will be challenged as an integral member of a diverse multidisciplinary team while enjoying a culture of respect and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply specialized respiratory care knowledge to assess and recommend interventions for patients with cardiopulmonary issues
• Administer diverse therapies including medical gas, humidity, aerosol, hyperinflation, and bronchial hygiene therapies
• Manage both invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation
• Provide emergency care and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement tailored multidisciplinary care plans
• Work across various specialties: NICU, PICU, pediatric cardiac ICU, transport, and ECMO

What We Offer

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Competitive benefits package
• Relocation assistance if moving from more than 50 miles away
• Generous tuition assistance program to advance your education

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited associate degree program in Respiratory Care
• Registration by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Maryland State License
• BLS CPR certification
• Interest or experience in neonatal/pediatric respiratory care or ECMO preferred

Experience Requirements

Advanced Position:

• Minimum two years of experience with demonstrated and documented clinical and operational systems competency in a comparable respiratory care services division

Salary Range

Minimum 36.47/hour - Maximum 60.21/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.