Registered Respiratory Therapist Pediatrics/NICU Travel

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 3,232,411 - 5,387,382; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension's Dell Children's in Austin, TX invites you to join the Associate Travel Program for Respiratory Therapy (Peds). Travel options available; multiple shifts across 36 hours per week with competitive gross pay up to $2,277 per week.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating pediatric respiratory conditions and coordinating care with families. Ideal candidates hold BLS and NBRC credentials, with pediatric life support preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date.
• Respiratory Care Practitioner or NBRC credentialed RT prior to hire date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.
• Pediatric Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Skills

BLS Certification

NBRC Credentialed Therapist

PALS Preferred

NRP Preferred

Education

Associate's degree/Technical degree

High School diploma equivalency

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your Future Role at a Glance

Location

Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.

Facility

Dell Children's Austin, TX; Ascension Saint Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates, IL

Department

Associate Travel Program - Respiratory Therapy (Peds)

Schedule

Multiple Shifts available | 36 hours per week

Gross Rate

Up to $2,277 per week

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provide information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Minimum Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Respiratory Care Practitioner obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

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