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Respiratory Therapist

Children's Nebraska

Omaha, NE
2 days ago
$60k - $80k

Job Description

Join Children's Nebraska as a Respiratory Therapist and make a significant impact on the lives of pediatric patients. In this role, you'll provide essential respiratory care while working in a supportive environment that values professional growth and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide appropriate respiratory care specific to the pediatric population
  • Set up and operate respiratory devices and equipment
  • Assess patient conditions and determine treatment requirements
  • Monitor patient responses to therapy and consult with physicians as needed
  • Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and management techniques
  • Perform emergency care as required
  • Supervise and orient Respiratory Therapy students

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited AMA approved school of respiratory care
  • Current and valid Nebraska license as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
  • Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential within 1 year
  • National Registered Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT-NPS) credential within three years of hire
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 180 days

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an AMA approved accredited school in respiratory care
  • Minimum 1 year experience in respiratory therapy
  • Experience working with pediatric patients

Benefits & Perks

$20,000 hiring bonus for full-time (prorated for part-time)Opportunities for career growthSupportive and inclusive work environment