Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Aerosols, Career Development, Childcare, Code Blue, Communication Skills, Community Support, Consulting, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Neonatology, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Process Improvement, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality of Care, Respiratory Medicine, Respiratory Therapy, Retirement Plan, Staff Training, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Treatment Plan, Ventilator
Overview
If you're a Respiratory Therapist who enjoys combining strong clinical skills with diagnostic expertise, this could be a great next step for you.
At WakeMed, we're looking for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and has a strong interest or background in Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT). In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work across WakeMed locations, bringing high-quality respiratory care directly to our patients where they are.
What You'll Do
In this dynamic role, you'll provide comprehensive respiratory care for patients of all ages across a variety of settings. Your day-to-day will include:
- Performing pulmonary diagnostics and respiratory therapy procedures, with a focus on pulmonary testing (preferred)
- Conducting thorough patient assessments and recommending appropriate treatment plans
- Monitoring patient response to therapy, including vitals, ABGs, and clinical changes
- Delivering hands-on patient care, including therapeutic treatments and education
- Responding to Code Blue situations and supporting airway management and resuscitation efforts
- Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes
- Setting up and managing equipment such as ventilators, gas delivery systems, and aerosol devices
- Documenting care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
What Makes This Role Unique
- Pulmonary Testing Focus: Ideal for therapists with PFT experience or those looking to grow in diagnostic respiratory care
- Variety & Mobility: Travel across WakeMed locations, expanding your clinical exposure and impact
- Patient-Centered Care: Make a meaningful difference across the continuum of care
What We're Looking For
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Required
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner License - Required
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy - Required
- Pulmonary Function Testing experience - Preferred
Certifications (based on patient population):
- Adult: BLS & ACLS
- Neonatal/Peds: BLS, PALS & NRP
How You'll Thrive Here (The Wake Way)
At WakeMed, we lead with compassion, collaboration, and accountability. You'll thrive here if you:
- Put patients first with empathy, respect, and dignity
- Value teamwork and contribute to a positive, supportive environment
- Own your work with integrity, safety, and accountability
- Communicate clearly and build trust with patients and colleagues
- Continuously seek ways to improve processes and elevate care (Wake Way to Excellence)
Why WakeMed?
We're more than a health system-we're a community that supports your growth, values your expertise, and empowers you to do your best work every day.
WakeMed Benefits & Perks
- 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
If you're ready to bring your respiratory expertise into a role where your skills in pulmonary testing and patient care truly make an impact, we'd love to connect with you.
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
Licensure
Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
Education
Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
Experience
No Experience Required
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