Pediatric Respiratory Therapist
Plano, TX
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Respiratory Therapist PEDS Dallas/Fort Worth. This respiratory therapy position involves providing comprehensive patient care for pediatric patients within the healthcare facility. The role includes evaluating patient needs, administering prescribed respiratory treatments, and assisting with procedures to support respiratory health.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education Requirements, Degree Requirements, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Valid respiratory therapist (RT) credential, with a focus on pediatric care; no minimum years of experience required.
• Schedule: Days shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include operating ventilatory equipment, administering oxygen and aerosol therapy, performing chest physiotherapy, suctioning, and monitoring patient responses.
• Performs routine chest x-rays review, 12-Lead electrocardiograms, pulmonary function studies, and assists with respiratory procedures such as bronchoscopy and chest tube placement.
• Performs tracheostomy care, arterial punctures, and maintains equipment according to policy.
• Operates and maintains ventilatory equipment, records treatments and patient responses, and communicates with physicians regarding therapy effectiveness.
• Performs CPR in accordance with BLS and ACLS guidelines, assists with emergency airway management, and ensures accurate documentation.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate the ability to perform all outlined responsibilities and hold the necessary credentials in respiratory therapy.

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