Pediatric Neonatal Critical Care Transport RT

BJC HealthCare; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

BJC HealthCare’s St. Louis Children’s Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support transport of critically ill pediatric and neonatal patients. The role emphasizes advanced ventilatory support and collaboration with critical care nurses within a high-acuity transport setting.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care and hold BLS, NPS, and RRT certifications. This full-time position is located in Springfield, MO and involves rotating shifts to cover

Qualifications

• Assoc or CoARC Accredited program completed in Respiratory Therapy.
• 2-5 years of pediatric/neonatal critical care experience preferred.
• BLS, NPS, Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT) certifications required.
• Transport critically ill neonates/pediatric patients via ambulance.
• Work at the top of licensure and collaborate with a critical care nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to acutely and critically ill patients in a high-technology transport environment.
• Participates in specialty RT support teams as assigned.
• Evaluates respiratory status and adapts therapies during transport.
• Educates families on respiratory care and transition planning.
• Maintains safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in patient care.

Skills

Pediatric care

Neonatal care

Critical care

Ventilatory support

Transport skills

Education

Assoc or CoARC Accredited Program

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

BJC HealthCare’s St. Louis Children’s Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to support transport of critically ill pediatric and neonatal patients. The role emphasizes advanced ventilatory support and collaboration with critical care nurses within a high-acuity transport setting.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years in pediatric/neonatal critical care and hold BLS, NPS, and RRT certifications. This full-time position is located in Springfield, MO and involves rotating shifts to cover