Respiratory Therapist - Pediatric Respiratory Unit

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice in Colorado seeks an experienced allied health professional specializing in Pediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, and Pediatric Emergency care. You will deliver advanced respiratory and critical care and float across pediatric and neonatal units as needed.

The role requires 3–4 years ICU experience, Level 1 Trauma exposure, and certifications ACLS, PALS, NRP, and RRT. Night shifts, weekend work, and holidays may be required, with strict adherence to safety and facility

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years of Pediatric ICU and Neonatal ICU experience.
• Level 1 Trauma experience.
• Pediatric respiratory unit expertise.
• Certifications ACLS, PALS, NRP, and RRT.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory and critical care in pediatric and neonatal units.
• Float across units as needed and adhere to shift schedules.
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and clinical expertise.

Skills

Pediatric ICU

Neonatal ICU

Critical care

Trauma care

Night shift ability

Floating between units

Education

ACLS

PALS

NRP

RRT

Tools

Epic

Job description

Role:

An experienced allied health professional specializing in Pediatric ICU, Neonatal ICU, and Pediatric Emergency care.

Responsibilities:

• Providing advanced respiratory and critical care in trauma and pediatric units, floating across different units as needed, and adhering to shift schedules.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-4 years of Pediatric ICU and Neonatal ICU experience
• Level 1 Trauma experience
• Pediatric respiratory unit expertise
• Relevant certifications including ACLS, PALS, NRP, and RRT.

Skills:

• Proficiency with Epic preferred
• Ability to work night shifts
• Handle floating responsibilities
• Work during major holidays if required.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid license
• Proof of certifications
• References from recent supervisors
• Flu vaccination
• Compliance with facility policies.

This role involves night shifts, weekend work, limited time off, and possible floating between units and campuses. The assignment requires working during specified holidays, with no on-call duties. It emphasizes professionalism, flexibility, and clinical expertise in pediatric and neonatal critical care.