Pediatric Registered Respiratory Therapist

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Austin, TX, to provide specialized neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in a fast-paced acute setting.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, initiating and managing mechanical ventilation, performing treatments and diagnostics, interpreting ABGs, and collaborating with physicians to deliver evidence-based care. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with neonatal and pediatric focus.
• Proficiency in mechanical ventilation management.
• Strong ABG interpretation and clinical decision-making.
• Ability to provide rapid, safe care during emergencies.
• Excellent teamwork and patient safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine respiratory needs.
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Perform respiratory treatments and diagnostic procedures.
• Interpret ABGs and related data.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and critical events.
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team to deliver evidence-based care.
• Mentor and support clinical learning and staff development.
• Promote safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Neonatal & pediatric care

Ventilation management

ABG interpretation

Emergency rapid care

Team collaboration

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

providing specialized neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in an acute, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine respiratory needs
• Initiate and manage mechanical ventilation
• Perform respiratory treatments and diagnostic procedures
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and other related data
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and critical events
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care
• Mentor and support clinical learning and staff development
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and clinical excellence

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with expertise in neonatal and pediatric care
• Proficiency in mechanical ventilation management
• Strong ABG interpretation and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to provide rapid, safe care during emergencies
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and commitment to patient safety