Respiratory Therapist, Registered
About The Position
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. 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. WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County, serving the community since 1961. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community, and we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
Requirements
- Registered Respiratory Therapist Required
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
- Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
Nice To Haves
- 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 -Guided Arterial Line Placement
- Dedicated New Grad Internship Program
- Separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric Teams
- Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employees
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
- Free parking at all campuses
- Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
- MetLife Pet Insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
- Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses
- WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives
- WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
- Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
- Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
- Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed invests in your future
- Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants ($5,000 with 1-year commitment, $10,000 with 2-year commitment, $15,000 with 3-year commitment)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
