Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric & Neonatal

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Tuition & Training

Career Growth

Regional Opportunities

Sign-On Bonus

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric & Neonatal for Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. You will deliver specialized respiratory care to neonatal and pediatric patients across critical settings, collaborating with physicians and the care team.

The position is full-time with nights, 36 hours weekly, schedule 7:00 PM–7:30 AM. A sign-on bonus up to $5,000 is offered, with opportunities for growth and education within a large regional health system.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current CRT credential required.
• Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license.
• NRP certification required for neonatal/pediatric roles.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical Respiratory Therapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive respiratory and cardiopulmonary assessments and develop care plans.
• Collect diagnostic information including pulmonary function testing, sleep studies, blood gases, and invasive/noninvasive procedures.
• Provide/modify respiratory therapies: gases, humidity, aerosols, airway clearance, ventilation.
• Deliver specialized care to pediatric and neonatal patients, including airway management.
• Monitor patient status and equipment; adjust therapy based on response and results.
• Provide support during emergencies and transport as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams on care plans and education.
• Maintain equipment and safety standards; mentor students and staff.

Skills

CRT credential

Massachusetts license

NRP certification

Pediatric experience

Education

Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy

CRT credential

Massachusetts RT license

NRP certification

Job description

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Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric & Neonatal – Respiratory Care

Respiratory Therapist – Pediatric & Neonatal in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers

Department:Respiratory Care

Location:Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Type:Full-Time

Shift:Nights

Sign-On Bonus:Up to $5,000

Make an Impact with Baystate Health

Baystate Health is seeking a skilled and compassionateRespiratory Therapist – Pediatric & Neonatalto join the Respiratory Care team at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. This role provides specialized respiratory care topediatric and neonatal patients, working closely with physicians, nurses, and an interdisciplinary care team to evaluate, assess, and treat infants and children with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.

This position offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity respiratory care across critical care, emergency, inpatient, and post-acute settings while supporting patients and families throughout their care journey. The Respiratory Therapist plays a vital role in delivering safe, evidence-based, family-centered care and supporting positive outcomes for some of our most vulnerable patients.

The Respiratory Therapist Will:

• Perform comprehensive respiratory and cardiopulmonary assessments, including physical examinations and interpretation of diagnostic findings, to identify patient needs and develop appropriate respiratory care plans.
• Perform and collect diagnostic information, including pulmonary function testing, sleep studies, blood gas analysis, and noninvasive and invasive diagnostic procedures.
• Provide and manage respiratory therapies, including medical gas, humidity, aerosol, airway clearance, and invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
• Provide specialized respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patients, including artificial airway management and care and advanced respiratory support as clinically indicated.
• Monitor patient condition and respiratory equipment, titrate oxygen therapy, and modify treatment based on patient response, clinical assessment, and laboratory results.
• Provide respiratory support during emergency, acute, and critical care situations, including Rapid Response and Code Blue events, and participate in neonatal and pediatric patient transport as applicable.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams to support hemodynamic management, disease management, discharge planning, patient education, and care coordination.
• Maintain equipment, infection prevention, safety, quality, and competency standards while supporting the education and development of new respiratory therapists and students as assigned.

Job Type:Full-Time

Shift:Nights

Hours:36 hours/week

Schedule:7:00 PM–7:30 AM

Benefits That Support You

At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training:Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth:Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities:Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Sign-On Bonuses:Sign-on bonuses are paid to external hires only and are not applicable to internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after one year post-separation from Baystate Health.
• Retirement:Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off:Generous PTO for eligible employees.
• Additional Benefits:Eligible employees may receive applicable shift differentials and other department-specific benefits.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.

Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

• Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Current Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential is required.
• Current Massachusetts Respiratory Therapist license.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) certifications required for the assigned service area.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is required for positions supporting neonatal and obstetric services.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Ability to provide safe, effective respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patients.
• Ability to assess patients, interpret diagnostic information, and safely administer respiratory therapies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred.
• Previous experience caring for pediatric and/or neonatal patients.
• Experience caring for neonatal and pediatric patients requiring advanced respiratory support.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience providing compassionate, family-centered care in a high-acuity setting.
• Experience serving as a preceptor or supporting the education of respiratory therapists and healthcare students.

Start Your Career at Baystate Health

You Belong at Baystate.

Education:

Associates of Science: Respiratory Therapy (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support – American Heart Association American Heart Association American Heart Association, Registered Respiratory Therapist – State of Massachusetts State of Massachusetts State of Massachusetts, Registered Respiratory Therapist – The National Board for Respiratory Care The National Board for Respiratory Care The National Board for Respiratory Care

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$34.34 – $44.96 – $58.56

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