Respiratory Therapist, Registered
About The Position
Join the #1 Hospital in North Carolina At WakeMed, we don’t just provide care—we set the standard. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist at our Level I Trauma Center, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that’s committed to excellence in patient care, innovation, and professional growth. What You’ll Do As a Respiratory Therapist at WakeMed, you’ll deliver expert care across a diverse patient population—adult, pediatric, and neonatal. Responsibilities include: Airway management and oxygen therapy Administration of nebulized medications Secretion management Planning, implementing, and evaluating therapy effectiveness Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team Why WakeMed is the Destination for Respiratory Therapy Work in one of the busiest Level I Trauma Emergency Departments in the U.S. 7 Adult ICU assignments offering diverse clinical experience Innovative ECMO program with internal certification qualifying for NC ECMO licensure endorsement Perform Ultrasound-Guided Arterial Line Placement Dedicated New Grad Internship Program Separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric Teams Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employees WakeMed Benefits & Perks Respiratory Career Development Ladder 403(b) retirement plan Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team that’s driven by purpose, powered by compassion, and committed to excellence. Apply today and become part of the WakeWay. Department Description 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 www.wakemed.org. EOE
Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
- Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
- No Experience Required
Responsibilities
- Airway management and oxygen therapy
- Administration of nebulized medications
- Secretion management
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating therapy effectiveness
- Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
Benefits
- Respiratory Career Development Ladder
- 403(b) retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
