Respiratory Therapist

About WakeMed: Highlights: Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Incentive available for select positions Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit EOE Position Information: The Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory care services to all age groups including invasive and non-invasive ventilator management airway management aerosol medication administration chest physical therapy routine and advanced oxygen therapy blood gas acquisition and analysis pulmonary function testing electrocardiogram acquisition and management code blue and rapid response participation neonatal resuscitation support at high risk infant deliveries ventilator patient transport and respiratory-focused patient teaching. Experience Requirements: 1 Year Clinical

• Respiratory Therapy Preferred Education Required: Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Licensure/Certification Requirements: Registered Respiratory Therapist Required

• And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required

• And Basic Life Support Required

• And Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required

• And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required

• And Neonatal Resuscitation Program Required

• Within 1 Year of Hire Hours of Work: 7P-7A Weekend Requirements: Every Third Call Requirements: Yes