Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics)

Elderwood Administrative Services; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Pediatric Specialty Care at Hopewell is hiring Respiratory Therapists to care for children with complex medical and respiratory needs in a dedicated pediatric setting. You will work with physicians, nurses, and families to develop and follow individualized respiratory plans.

Open to RRTs or CRTs; PSC supports training to build pediatric experience. 12-hour day and night shifts are available, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• RRT/CRT credential and PA licensure are required/preferred per state rules.
• Pediatric or ventilator experience is preferred but PSC will provide training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive respiratory and ventilator assessments.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized respiratory care plans.
• Participate in ventilator weaning and rehabilitation.
• Educate families and staff on respiratory equipment and procedures.
• Document care and monitor patient progress and safety.

Skills

Ventilator management

Pediatric care

Clinical judgment

Education

Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Salary

$33.00 - $50.20 / Hour

Overview

Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) - Pediatrics

Pediatric Specialty Care at Hopewell | Hopewell/Aliquippa, PARegular Full-Time | 12-Hour Day and Night Shifts

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Day shift: 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

• Night shift: 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.

• Premium shift differential available for night shift

• Pediatric or ventilator experience is preferred—not required. PSC will support training.

Build Specialized Pediatric Respiratory Experience

Pediatric Specialty Care at Hopewell is hiring Respiratory Therapists to care for children with complex medical and respiratory needs in a supportive, home-like pediatric setting.

This opportunity is open to RRTs and CRTs who want to develop or expand their experience in pediatric respiratory care, ventilator management and respiratory rehabilitation. You do not need to arrive with pediatric or long-term-care experience. If you bring a strong respiratory foundation, sound clinical judgment and a genuine interest in caring for children, our team will help you build the specialized skills needed for the role.

Unlike a setting built around brief encounters and rapid handoffs, PSC gives Respiratory Therapists the opportunity to know each child’s baseline, recognize meaningful changes and follow progress over time. You will work closely with physicians, nurses, therapists and families to support individualized respiratory goals and continuity of care.

Your Impact as a Respiratory Therapist

At PSC at Hopewell, Respiratory Therapists:

• Support children who may require ventilator, tracheostomy and other complex respiratory care

• Participate in respiratory assessments, ventilator management, weaning and rehabilitation

• Develop and evaluate individualized respiratory care plans

• Collaborate directly with physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary clinicians

• Educate families, caregivers and employees on respiratory equipment and procedures

• Build sustained clinical relationships with children and families

• Help children maintain stability, improve function and work toward meaningful long-term goals

Hear from a PSC Respiratory Therapist

“Working as a Respiratory Therapist at Pediatric Specialty Care has been a deeply fulfilling journey. I am grateful to work alongside an amazing Respiratory team whose members support one another and share the goal of providing the best possible care.”

Each child and young adult has a unique personality, and it is incredibly rewarding to get to know them, support their growth and witness their journeys toward improved health and well-being. Working with their families—whether preparing them to take their child home, celebrating happy moments or supporting them through difficult times—has been equally meaningful.

I would not trade my years at PSC or the experiences I have shared with our kiddos for anything.”

— PSC Respiratory Therapist

Why Respiratory Therapists Choose PSC

• Specialized pediatric respiratory experience

• Training support for qualified RTs who are new to pediatrics or long-term care

• 12-hour day and night shift options

• Premium differential for night-shift hours

• Continuity of care and the opportunity to see long-term progress

• Close interdisciplinary collaboration

• A clinical environment where Respiratory Therapists have an important voice in care planning

• Benefits based on employment status and eligibility

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, subject to applicable program terms

Advance Your Respiratory Therapy Career Close to Home

Pediatric Specialty Care at Hopewell is located in Hopewell Township, near Aliquippa and the Pittsburgh International Airport corridor.

The location may be convenient for Respiratory Therapists throughout:

• Beaver County: Hopewell, Aliquippa, Monaca, Center Township, Beaver, Rochester, Baden, Ambridge, Economy, Conway, Freedom and Beaver Falls

• Western Allegheny County: Moon Township, Crescent, Coraopolis, Sewickley, Imperial, North Fayette, Robinson Township and the Pittsburgh Airport area

• Southern Butler and Lawrence Counties: Cranberry Township, Zelienople, Harmony, Evans City, Ellwood City and surrounding communities

• Northern Washington County: McDonald, Burgettstown, Avella and nearby communities

• Eastern Ohio: East Liverpool, Calcutta, East Palestine, Columbiana and surrounding areas

• Northern West Virginia: Weirton, Chester, New Cumberland, Follansbee, Wellsburg and surrounding communities

Respiratory Therapists commuting from Ohio or West Virginia must meet Pennsylvania licensure requirements before beginning employment.

If you are an RRT or CRT ready to bring your respiratory expertise into a highly specialized pediatric environment - or you are ready to develop that experience with support - we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

Respiratory Therapist (RT) Responsibilties:

• Conduct comprehensive respiratory and ventilator assessments

• Evaluate weaning potential and respiratory rehabilitation opportunities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized respiratory care plans

• Initiate and manage ventilator weaning protocols per physician orders

• Administer prescribed respiratory medications and treatments

• Perform scheduled and PRN respiratory interventions

• Monitor labs, clinical indicators, and ventilator parameters within scope of practice

• Document care clearly and concisely, including ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy

• Maintain accurate progress notes, evaluations, and discharge summaries

• Communicate clinical findings and recommendations to physicians and interdisciplinary team members

• Educate families, caregivers, and staff on respiratory equipment and procedures

• Assist with in-service training and onboarding education for staff

• Ensure safe, cost-effective use of respiratory equipment and supplies

Qualifications

Respiratory Therapist (RT) Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy required (Bachelor’s preferred)

• Active, unencumbered Pennsylvania Respiratory Therapist license

• RRT or CRT credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care

• Current CPR (AHA Healthcare Provider) certification

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Pediatric, ventilator, or long-term care experience preferred (but not required — we will support training)

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.