Pediatric Critical Care Transport Respiratory Therapist II

MUSC Children's Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Children's Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to provide professional care for critically ill children during transport, collaborating with sending and receiving teams. The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and advanced neonatal skills in a high-stress flight/transport environment.

The position involves 24-hour or 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, with complex clinical duties, ongoing education, and compliance with facility standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed respiratory therapist with pediatric critical care experience.
• 5+ years in NICU/PICU/PCICU or similar field required.
• Maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP; complete trauma course within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• 40% Patient assessment and care of pediatric patients in transport.
• 20% Diagnostic testing including ABG analysis and ventilator checks.
• 30% Emergency and critical care, including airway management and transport.
• 10% Education and training for nursing staff and partners.

Skills

Pediatric critical care

Leadership

Communication

Education

Licensed respiratory therapist

Tools

Ventilators

Neonatal airway equipment

Job description

MUSC Children's Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to provide professional care for critically ill children during transport, collaborating with sending and receiving teams. The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and advanced neonatal skills in a high-stress flight/transport environment.

The position involves 24-hour or 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, with complex clinical duties, ongoing education, and compliance with facility standards.