Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Wichita, KS
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist Registered (RT PEDS) Wichita. This position involves providing specialized respiratory care to pediatric patients within a healthcare facility, including evaluating patient needs, operating ventilatory and oxygen equipment, and performing routine procedures such as suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and airway management. The role requires delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

• Position Description: Respiratory Therapist provides quality patient care, delivering intensive respiratory therapy and patient transport within the scope of professional license and with minimal supervision. Evaluates patient and recommends treatment plans, explains procedures to patients, and provides education upon discharge. Conducts physician-prescribed treatments, including ventilatory support, oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry, capnography, and pulmonary function studies. Assists with procedures such as bronchoscopy, chest tube placement, and tracheostomy care. Performs arterial puncture and monitors ventilation efficiency. Operates and maintains ventilatory equipment, ensuring proper setup and self-testing. Records treatment data, communicates with physicians, and maintains accurate respiratory therapy documentation. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) according to BLS and ACLS guidelines. Assists in laboratory testing, specimen handling, and quality control procedures.
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in respiratory care, valid respiratory therapist license, current BLS and ACLS certification, minimum of 1 year of related experience, experience in pediatric respiratory care, ability to operate ventilatory and monitoring equipment, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts, totaling at least 36 hours per week.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information: The position begins on 10/26/2026 and ends on 01/25/2027, with an ASAP start date.

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