Registered Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric and Neonatal

Aura Health; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Round Rock, TX seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide specialized neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in a fast-paced acute setting. You will assess patients, oversee invasive and non-invasive ventilation, and interpret ABGs to guide treatment.

Collaborating with physicians and nurses, you will respond quickly to emergencies, educate families, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives while maintaining evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• RRT credential with neonatal and pediatric experience.
• Strong clinical judgment for critical respiratory care.
• Proficiency in ventilation management and ABG interpretation.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status and implement therapy.
• Manage mechanical ventilation and respiratory support.
• Interpret ABGs and adjust care based on findings.
• Respond promptly to emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to coordinate care.
• Educate families and support patient-centered communication.
• Contribute to quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Neonatal and pediatric care

Clinical judgment

Ventilation management

ABG interpretation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient safety & evidence-based care

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Ventilation equipment

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Provide specialized neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in an acute, fast-paced setting. Perform patient assessments, manage invasive and non-invasive ventilation, and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs). Respond promptly to respiratory emergencies while delivering care that aligns with safe, evidence-based practice.

Key Duties

• Assess respiratory status and implement appropriate therapy


• Manage mechanical ventilation and other respiratory support


• Interpret ABGs and adjust care based on clinical findings


• Provide rapid response to emergencies and urgent clinical changes


• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to coordinate care


• Support family education and patient-centered communication


• Contribute to quality improvement and safety initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist with neonatal and pediatric experience


• Strong clinical judgment for critical respiratory care


• Competence in ventilation management and ABG interpretation


• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team


• Commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement