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

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapist Registered, RT PEDS, provides respiratory care and pulmonary and cardiology diagnostic testing in pediatric critical care settings. The role manages mechanical ventilation, evaluates patient responses, recommends therapy adjustments, and collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe, effective patient care.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Associate or technical degree.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
  • Current respiratory therapy license in the state of practice, as required by state law.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Pediatric critical care experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
  • At least two years of recent experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
  • Previous travel experience.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
  • Additional related education or experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Provides respiratory care and diagnostic testing across a variety of healthcare settings.
  • Applies, manages, troubleshoots, and maintains mechanical ventilators and respiratory care equipment.
  • Performs patient assessments and evaluates responses to respiratory therapy.
  • Recommends modifications to therapy based on changes in clinical condition.
  • Documents care accurately and collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
  • May be assigned to different areas where respiratory care services are needed.
  • Must be able to meet the physical demands of direct patient care, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and assisting with patient transfers.
  • May be required to lift up to 75 pounds and use standard precautions when exposed to blood or bodily fluids.

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