Respiratory Therapy RRT Peds - PRN -Shift Varies

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsville Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver specialized patient care across pediatric critical care, step-down and general care settings. The role emphasizes initiating and supporting mechanical ventilation and collaborating with care teams in a high‑acuity environment.

Required licensure with ASBRT and NBRC, with NBRC Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential preferred. PALS/NRP are preferred and must be obtained within one year; BLS is preferred and should be

Qualifications

• HS/GED required.
• Licensed by ASBRT and NBRC registered.
• NBRC credential as Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS).
• PALS and NRP preferred; mandatory within one year.
• BLS preferred; orientation period within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in pediatric critical care areas, step-down areas and general care areas.
• Initiate and support mechanical ventilation.
• Assist with bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, respiratory diagnostic procedures and all levels of mechanical ventilation.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with changing tasks and prioritization.

Skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Bronchial hygiene

Oxygen therapy

Mechanical ventilation

Education

HS/GED Required

ASBRT licensure

NBRC registration

NBRC Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist

PALS & NRP preferred; mandatory within 1 year

BLS preferred; orientation ≤90 days

ACLS preferred

Job description

This position represents patient care directed toward pediatric critical care areas; step down areas, and general care areas.

Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Certifications: HS/GED Required. Must be licensed by the ASBRT and registered by the NBRC or credentialed as a Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) by the NBRC. Certification of PALS and NRP are preferred for all applicants and are mandatory within one year. Certification of BLS is preferred for hire processes and required within the orientation period, not to exceed 90 days of hire or transfer. Certification of ACLS is preferred.

Experience

Clinical experience obtained while attending Respiratory program and will be able to function in critical settings including initiation, and support of, mechanical ventilation. Additional experience relating to intubation and pediatric transport competencies are preferred upon hire.

Additional Skills/Abilities

Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must have the ability to perform and recommend procedures in all areas of bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, respiratory diagnostic procedures, and all levels of mechanical ventilation.

About Us

At Huntsville Hospital, Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children and Madison Hospital, you'll find meaningful work, supportive teams and opportunities to grow within a locally governed, nonprofit health system committed to the communities we serve. Our workplace culture has earned national recognition, including Newsweek's America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care 2026 and Forbes' America’s Best-in-State Employers 2025.

Huntsville Hospital is the region's primary referral center for advanced and specialty care, home to a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU and North Alabama's Level I Trauma Center. Together, our three Madison County hospitals have 971 licensed beds and offer career opportunities across a wide range of specialties and care settings.

Employees have access to continuing education, Shared Governance, Clinical Ladder, Nurse Residency, tuition assistance, child care, wellness resources, an on-site employee pharmacy and health clinic, and more. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a partner in the U.S. Army Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Program.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

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