Respiratory Therapist

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Ohio is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our pediatric ICU team on a per diem night schedule. You will provide primary respiratory care under physician orders and contribute to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy, RT licensure, and BLS; PALS within six months. 2+ years pediatric ICU experience is preferred. Compensation is based on experience and equity across the department.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensure as RT in state of practice is required.
• 2+ years ICU pediatric respiratory therapy experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary respiratory care from admission to discharge per physician orders.
• Communicate patient and department information during rounds and handoffs.
• Document accurate patient care data according to policy.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and follow infection control practices.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associate Degree - Respiratory Therapy

Tools

BLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Company Overview Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

Job Description

Shriners Children’s Ohio is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring experience in pediatric critical care respiratory therapy and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Hours: This per diem position will work 12-hour shifts on nights.

• Provides primary respiratory care to patients from admission through their discharge under a physician's order
• Communicates verbal and/or written patient and departmental information/special needs to pertinent persons in a timely and appropriate manner (i.e. rounds)
• Documents accurate, specific, complete patient care data according to policy and procedure guidelines
• Assures safe, cost effective operation and function of pertinent equipment and utilizes appropriate infection control techniques in all areas

• Associate Degree - Respiratory Therapy
• RT license in state of practice
• Certified Respiratory Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (within 30 days)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (within six months)

• 2 Years respiratory therapy experience in an ICU setting
• 2 Years pediatric experience

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children's, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

• Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!