Pediatric Critical Care Registered Respiratory Therapist
Houston, TX
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Registered Respiratory Therapist, pediatric specialty, Houston, TX. The role provides respiratory care for pediatric patients in a critical care setting, including ventilator operation, bronchoscopies, blood draws, and management of oxygen therapy equipment. The ideal candidate can prioritize effectively and operate calmly under stressful conditions.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts are 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or CRTF certification; critical care experience; ability to perform duties within the standard respiratory therapy scope of practice.
• Preferred Qualifications: Emergency room experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Responsibilities include ventilator operation, bronchoscopies, blood draws, and respiratory therapy support.
  • Equipment includes ventilators, bilevel positive airway pressure systems, oxygen delivery equipment, and Vapotherm.
  • Rotating weekend coverage is required.
  • Scrub attire is pewter.
  • Scheduling is not blocked, and holidays are not guaranteed off.
  • Ability to prioritize and operate under stressful conditions is required.

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