Pediatric Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift (Part‑Time)

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan with employer match

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing dev

Job summary

Ascension operates the Pediatric Respiratory Care team at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX. This night-shift, part-time role supports pediatric patients with respiratory needs, delivering advanced therapies and emergency life support when required.

The position emphasizes individualized care planning, coordination with a multidisciplinary team, and patient-family education to promote recovery and safety.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner credential in TX required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (NBRC) required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored care plans based on patient diagnoses and respiratory needs.
• Deliver advanced respiratory therapy and operate life-support equipment.
• Monitor clinical parameters and adjust therapies to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families to manage conditions and access resources.
• Lead emergency resuscitation, providing critical airway and life-support as needed.

Skills

BLS Provider

NBRC Respiratory Therapist

Advanced Life Support

Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Education

Associate's degree/Technical degree

High School diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience

4 years of applicable experience

Job description

Ascension operates the Pediatric Respiratory Care team at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX. This night-shift, part-time role supports pediatric patients with respiratory needs, delivering advanced therapies and emergency life support when required.

The position emphasizes individualized care planning, coordination with a multidisciplinary team, and patient-family education to promote recovery and safety.