Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

Memorial Hermann

Houston, Texas, US
Current respiratory care practitioner license
Basic life support certification
Pediatric and neonatal critical care experience
The position is responsible for recommending and administering basic and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders in adult and neonatal critical care units

Job Summary

  • The position is responsible for recommending and administering basic and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders in adult and neonatal critical care units.
  • Candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills such as ECMO or join the Transport team to fly with Life-flight at a Level I Trauma Center.
  • The role functions as a resource to less experienced staff while participating in departmental operations and leading advanced patient education.

Matching Summary

The position is responsible for recommending and administering basic and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures to patients with respiratory disorders in adult and neonatal critical care units.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current Respiratory Care Practitioner License
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care Experience

Nice-to-have

  • Level I Trauma Center experience
  • ECMO or Transport team skills
  • Academic center affiliation background

Key Requirements

  • Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) license required
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred
  • Two years of critical care experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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