Pediatric & Neonatal Respiratory Therapist, Critical Care

Baystate Medical Center; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist specialized in pediatric and neonatal care. The role involves evaluating and treating infants and children with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disorders, under physician supervision and with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, delivering respiratory therapies, conducting rounds, and participating in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical respiratory therapy experience preferred, pediatric and neonatal exposure ideal.
• Excellent communication and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and patient assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic evaluation including pulmonary function and blood gas analysis.
• Provide respiratory therapies: oxygen, humidity, aerosol, airway management, ventilation.
• Regular rounds for pediatric and neonatal patients and adjust plans as needed.
• Discharge planning and patient-family education to ensure safe transitions.
• Support critical care, emergency, and post-acute settings with respiratory care.

Skills

Pediatric care

Neonatal care

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA seeks a dedicated Respiratory Therapist specialized in pediatric and neonatal care. The role involves evaluating and treating infants and children with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary disorders, under physician supervision and with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include diagnosing, delivering respiratory therapies, conducting rounds, and participating in discharge planning.