Respiratory Therapy RRT Peds - PRN - Shift Varies

Huntsville Hospital Health System•Huntsville, AL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This position represents patient care directed toward pediatric critical care areas; step down areas, and general care areas.

HS/GED Required.
Must be licensed by the ASBRT and registered by the NBRC or credentialed as a Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) by the NBRC.
Clinical experience obtained while attending Respiratory program and will be able to function in critical settings including initiation, and support of, mechanical ventilation.
Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly.

Certification of PALS and NRP are preferred for all applicants and are mandatory within one year.
Certification of BLS is preferred for hire processes and required within the orientation period, not to exceed 90 days of hire or transfer.
Certification of ACLS is preferred.
Additional experience relating to intubation and pediatric transport competencies are preferred upon hire.

Initiation and support of mechanical ventilation.
Perform and recommend procedures in all areas of bronchial hygiene, oxygen therapy, respiratory diagnostic procedures, and all levels of mechanical ventilation.

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
flexible spending
short term and long term disability
several retirement account options with 401K organization match
nurse residency program
tuition assistance
student loan reimbursement
On-site training and education opportunities
Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!