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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
Licensure:
- Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And
- NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required
Education:
Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
Experience:
No Experience RequiredW
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