Pediatric Respiratory Therapist - Night Shift Perks

Blythedale Children's Hospital; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

PTO

Safe Work Environment

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Blythedale Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to care for medically fragile pediatric patients in a 94-bed unit. The team operates around the clock with evidence-based protocols, ensuring high-quality care and collaboration with nurses, physicians and other professionals.

The role supports a night shift with differential and involves ongoing education, training, and professional development in a leading pediatric environment just north of Manhattan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ direct cardio pulmonary care experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Experience in PICU and NICU preferred.
• Long Term Care experience preferred.
• Recent graduates with RRT may apply with strong references.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage a variable workload.
• Basic computer software proficiency.

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 care delivery and protocols reflect evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in ongoing departmental education and training.

Education

AAS in Respiratory Therapy

BSRT preferred

RRT NBRC

New York State license

BLS & PALS certs

Job description

Blythedale Children's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to care for medically fragile pediatric patients in a 94-bed unit. The team operates around the clock with evidence-based protocols, ensuring high-quality care and collaboration with nurses, physicians and other professionals.

The role supports a night shift with differential and involves ongoing education, training, and professional development in a leading pediatric environment just north of Manhattan.