Respiratory Therapist (Pediatrics)

Elderwood•Aliquippa, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) position at Pediatric Specialty Care in Hopewell, Pennsylvania. The role provides respiratory care to medically complex children, many of whom are tracheostomy- and ventilator-dependent. Responsibilities include ventilator and airway management, respiratory assessment and response, airway clearance, trach care, and supporting weaning and decannulation goals with the care team. The therapist also teaches families and staff and helps prepare children for discharge home. The schedule is 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., three shifts per week and every third weekend. Pay is $33.00–$50.20 per hour, with a premium night differential and a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Paid pediatric orientation is provided, and adult ventilator experience can transfer to the role. The posting also lists health benefits, a 401(k) with match, PTO, tuition assistance, and free parking.

Requirements

RRT or CRT credential from the NBRC.
Active Pennsylvania respiratory therapist license.
Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Current AHA BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
Pediatric or ventilator experience preferred but not required; strong adult ventilator skills transfer, and training is provided.

Responsibilities

Manage ventilators, tracheostomies, and airways for medically complex children.
Assess and treat patients and respond quickly to respiratory changes and emergencies.
Perform airway clearance, suctioning, and tracheostomy changes.
Work with the care team to advance ventilator-weaning and decannulation goals.
Teach families and staff, including preparing families for discharge home.
Document accurately and follow AARC and regulatory standards.