Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Charlotte, NC
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
Respiratory Therapist Pediatric unit Charlotte, North Carolina. This position involves providing specialized respiratory care exclusively for pediatric patients at a dedicated children's hospital. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to work every other weekend, with a focus on delivering high-quality patient-centered care in a dynamic environment.

Job Details:

• Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
• Schedule: Days shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 09/07/2026
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); valid licensure as a Respiratory Therapist; at least 2 years of recent pediatric respiratory therapy experience (must include pediatric-only assignments); valid drivers license and insurance may be required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with pediatric ventilator equipment, including IPPV/NIPPV.
• Support Information: Respiratory leadership and specialized equipment such as ventilators will be utilized.
• Technology/Equipment: EMR system EPIC (candidate must test out of EPIC for faster onboarding).
• Department Specific Equipment: Ventilators (IPPV/NIPPV).
• Floating: RTs will not be floated to other facilities due to specialized needs.
• Orientation: Three days of onboarding covering facility and unit orientation, including computer, equipment, and facility walkthroughs, with additional days for multiple ICU experience if applicable.
• Scheduling Notes: Every other weekend rotation; approximately 75% of holidays worked.
• RTO Requests: Up to 6 days off can be approved, excluding holidays.
• Other Notes: Scrub color is royal blue; free parking available.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits