Part Time - Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics
About The Position
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference while maintaining work-life balance? Join the Respiratory Care team at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, where you'll provide life-changing care to infants, children, and adolescents in one of Philadelphia's leading pediatric hospitals. Whether you're looking to supplement your current position, transition to part-time, or simply enjoy more flexibility, this is an opportunity to practice at the top of your license while working alongside an exceptional pediatric care team. As a Respiratory Therapist, you'll provide comprehensive respiratory care to pediatric patients across a variety of inpatient settings while working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Requirements
- 2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Relevant Experience
- PA Respiratory Therapist License
- BLS Certification
- NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)
- Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Outstanding customer service and compassionate patient care
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs
- A professional, positive attitude and commitment to excellence
- The ability to provide age-appropriate respiratory care in a fast-paced pediatric environment
- Collaborative Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Team Player
Responsibilities
- Delivering high-quality respiratory care to infants, children, and adolescents
- Managing mechanical ventilation and advanced respiratory therapies
- Administering oxygen therapy, specialty gases, and aerosolized medications
- Performing arterial blood gas analysis and patient assessments
- Providing chest physiotherapy and other respiratory treatments
- Collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized care plans
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education
- Delivering compassionate, family-centered care with every patient interaction
Benefits
- Flexible part-time scheduling
- Every other or every third weekend opportunities
- Free employee parking
- Collaborative, family-centered care environment
- Ongoing education and professional development
- Work with nationally respected pediatric specialists
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
