Respiratory Therapist RT

DGADA Management; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

DGADA Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist for night shifts to deliver pediatric respiratory therapy, airway management, and ventilator adjustments in the pediatric ICU and acute care settings.

Candidates must hold PA Respiratory Care Practitioner license, NBRC credentials (RRT/CRT), EPIC EMR experience, and current BLS and ACLS. Per diem/contract schedule offers 3–4 night shifts weekly with on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• NBRC RRT/CRT credentials required.
• Minimum 2 years acute pediatric/ICU experience.
• EPIC EMR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute pediatric respiratory treatments and ventilator adjustments.
• Respond to clinical emergencies and support surgical/ICU teams.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and therapeutic evaluation.
• Complete real-time clinical documentation in EPIC EMR.

Skills

Pediatric ICU experience

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

EPIC EMR

Night shift experience

Education

PA Respiratory Care Practitioner license

NBRC RRT/CRT credentials

Tools

EPIC EMR system

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist (RT) – Night Shift

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Employment Type: Per Diem / Contract

Schedule: Night Shift (3 to 4 shifts per week)

Job Description

DGADA Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RT) for night shifts. You will deliver comprehensive pediatric respiratory therapy, emergency airway response, and critical ventilation management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute pediatric respiratory treatments, ventilator adjustments, and airway care.
• Respond to clinical emergencies and support surgical/ICU teams.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling and therapeutic evaluation.
• Complete real-time clinical documentation in EPIC EMR.

Requirements

• License/Credentials: Active Pennsylvania Respiratory Care Practitioner license + NBRC RRT/CRT.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care pediatric/ICU experience.
• EMR Experience: Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience.
• Certifications: Active AHA BLS + ACLS Provider.
• Pre-Placement Clearances: PA PATCH Check + PA Child Abuse Clearance, Background Check, Drug Screen, and immunizations.