Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Day Shift | Growth

Blythedale Children's Hospital; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Professional Development

Retirement Plans

Safe Work Environment

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Blythedale Children's Hospital, a leading pediatric hospital, invites qualified Respiratory Therapists to join our team caring for medically fragile pediatric patients. Our department provides 24/7 coverage with an emphasis on evidence-based care and continuous learning.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with nurses, physicians, and specialists, with bonus pay for extra shifts. Compensation includes USD $60.00 per hour, with weekend and night rotation considerations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience rendering direct professional cardio pulmonary care in a hospital or healthcare setting, pediatric experience preferred.
• Experience in PICU and NICU preferred.
• Long Term Care experience preferred.
• New graduates with RRT will be considered with References from at least two clinical instructors.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle a variable workload.
• Working knowledge of computerized software programs.
• Shifts: Day shift 7am-7:30pm, Night shift schedule 7pm-7:30am, includes weekends, rotating holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality respiratory care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
• Serve as a consultant to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
• Ensure that care delivery and clinical protocols reflect evidence‑based practices.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing departmental education and training.

Skills

Cardio pulmonary care

Pediatric experience

PICU experience

NICU experience

RRT credential

Education

AAS in Respiratory Therapy

BSRT preferred

NY State Lic. Respiratory Therapist

RRT NBRC Credential

BLS & PALS certifications

Tools

Hospital software

Job description

Blythedale Children's Hospital, a leading pediatric hospital, invites qualified Respiratory Therapists to join our team caring for medically fragile pediatric patients. Our department provides 24/7 coverage with an emphasis on evidence-based care and continuous learning.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with nurses, physicians, and specialists, with bonus pay for extra shifts. Compensation includes USD $60.00 per hour, with weekend and night rotation considerations.