Registered Respiratory Therapist – NICU/PICU
Albuquerque, NM
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RRT (NICU/PICU)

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Clinical - Allied
Contract Length: 27 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Summary

Provides cardiopulmonary diagnostic and respiratory therapeutic support for patients in hospital and outpatient settings requiring cardiopulmonary diagnostic testing, respiratory treatment, and/or ventilatory support. Must be flexible and accustomed to a fast-paced environment.

Shift Details

• Varied shifts; no guaranteed block scheduling
• On call, weekends, and holidays required
• Floating required; may need to float to other care areas within the facility and alternate locations within 20 miles
• Assignments may fluctuate to fulfill department staffing needs
• Traveling in pairs is NOT guaranteed same schedules or shifts

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years combined current experience in NICU and PICU (higher requirement)
• 6 to 12 months experience in adult critical care, progressive care, medical-surgical care, and general pediatrics
• Must have initiated and managed high frequency oscillation and jet ventilation within the last 2 years

Education Requirements

• Associate’s degree or Diploma in Respiratory Care

Required Certifications & Licensure

• New Mexico Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC
• BLS (American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross)
• ACLS (American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross)
• NRP or NALS certification (American Heart Association)
• PALS certification (American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross)

Preferred Skills

• Epic EMR experience preferred (training available on site)

Additional Notes

• Must be a team player, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• No explicit mention of prior travel experience required for this position