Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

Respire Homecare Services•Elmhurst, IL

11d•$45 - $55

About The Position

Pediatric Respiratory Therapists on Respire’s Complex Pediatrics team provide skilled, hands-on respiratory care in the homes of medically complex children. The role combines clinical expertise with empathy and family-centered support, helping caregivers feel confident and supported. Therapists manage ventilator, tracheostomy, and complex airway care and serve as a key clinical contact for families. They coordinate with the Pediatric Care Navigator, Social Worker/Case Manager, and Pediatric Logistics Specialist to deliver a coordinated home-care experience. The position reports to the Senior Clinical Manager, Pediatric Respiratory Care, who supports onboarding, competency development, and the therapist’s path to RRT-NPS certification within the first six months. Respire also provides structured support toward certification through the RT Clinical Educator function.

Requirements

Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and state licensure in good standing.
RRT-NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist) credential required within six months of hire.
Experience with ventilator-dependent and/or tracheostomy patients.
Passion for pediatric and family-centered care, with empathy and patience to teach and reassure caregivers.
Strong communication and teaching skills, including the ability to explain clinical information clearly to non-clinicians and adapt communication to the audience.
Comfort working independently in a home setting while coordinating closely with a cross-functional team.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for daily travel to patient homes within the pilot market.
Ability to remain calm, clear, and reassuring in high-stress or emergency clinical situations.

Nice To Haves

RRT-NPS credential already held.
Pediatric or neonatal critical care experience.
Home care, DME, or post-acute care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct respiratory care to medically complex pediatric patients in their homes, including ventilator, tracheostomy, and complex airway management.
Conduct structured, multi-visit caregiver education and validate caregiver competency before considering a case stabilized.
Bring warmth and steadiness to home visits and recognize the emotional, financial, and logistical stress families may be experiencing.
Participate in bedside introductions and hospital-to-home handoff communication.
Document clinical assessments, Plan of Care updates, and follow-up visits according to program standards.
Escalate complex or high-risk cases to the Senior Clinical Manager, Pediatric Respiratory Care, and seek guidance when needed.
Coordinate with the Pediatric Care Navigator on scheduling, equipment readiness, and discharge timing.
Coordinate equipment delivery, setup, and resupply needs with the Pediatric Logistics Specialist.
Partner with the Social Worker/Case Manager when psychosocial or financial stress affects a family’s ability to manage care at home.
Work toward RRT-NPS certification within the first six months of hire.
Participate in ongoing competency validation, training, and peer case discussions.
Represent Respire professionally when interacting with hospital care teams, physicians, and referral sources.