Respiratory Care - Pediatric Neonatal Respiratory Therapist

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is seeking a qualified Pediatric Neonatal Respiratory Therapist at Baptist Medical Center South. The role involves managing respiratory care for pediatric and neonatal patients, including intubation and ventilator management. Candidates should have a degree in Respiratory Care, relevant certifications, and at least one year of experience. This full-time position offers a first shift schedule amidst a collaborative healthcare environment aimed at providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist or in pulmonary function testing.
• Active ASBRT LRT and NBRC RRT required.
• BLS and other certifications may be required depending on the area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and management of patients with pulmonary system abnormalities.
• Manage pediatric and neonatal therapeutic equipment and processes.
• Assist in high-risk deliveries and regional transport.

Skills

Team leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Organizational skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

MS Office knowledge

Education

Degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

Highlights

Registered Respiratory Therapist, Pediatric/Neonatal shall perform duties involved with the treatment, management control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and/or abnormalities within the pulmonary system. This individual will be responsible for pediatric and neonatal therapeutic equipment and processes including intubation, ventilator management with conventional and high-frequency oscillatory (HFO) ventilation, Nitric Oxide and surfactant administration. The Respiratory Therapist may assist in high‑risk deliveries, C‑sections, and regional ground transport. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Respiratory Care required, Bachelor's degree preferred. If credentialed after 2002, maintain active membership status for credentials issued by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist, and/or pulmonary function testing required.

Licensure & Certification

• Active ASBRT LRT required.
• Active NBRC RRT required.
• BLS required.
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned.
• Neonatal Pediatric Transport certification required if assisting with regional ground transport.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to develop trust with leaders in the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job Title

Respiratory Care – Pediatric Neonatal Respiratory Therapist

Job Type

Regular – Full time

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)