Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Groton, MA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jan 11, 2027
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist with 2-3 years of adult critical care and pediatric experience, including pediatric trach and Level I trauma experience, for a night shift freestanding ER position.

Details

• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45pm-7:15am at primary site)
• EOW/EOH weekend requirement
• Primarily works independently as RRT at a freestanding ER
• Floats between 4 campuses with advance notice, with primary shift expected at Nashoba at least 2 shifts/week
• Treats both adult and pediatric patient populations
• Epic charting system preferred
• Cares for pediatric critical care, pediatric trach, and NICU patients
• Works with ventilator management, airway management, and medication delivery systems for respiratory therapy

Requirements

• Current MA RRT license required if applicable
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required; NRP preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience required
• Adult critical care and pediatric experience required
• Pediatric tracheostomy experience required
• Level I trauma experience required
• Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and airway suctioning
• Experience with neonatal/pediatric equipment and procedures preferred

Additional Information

• Provides respiratory therapy services to both adult and pediatric patients across multiple care settings
• Performs chest physiotherapy, nebulizer treatments, and pulmonary hygiene
• Assists with intubation, extubation, and tracheostomy care/management
• May assist with external patient transports
• First-time travelers accepted if they meet the required experience
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate within a 75-mile radius
• Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system