Pediatric Neonatal Respiratory Therapist
Morgantown, WV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
Specialty: Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Therapy (Peds/Neo RT)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred; Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) acceptable
• Must have current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and/or Level III or higher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Must have at least 2 years of Level IV or Level I PICU experience
• Ability to assist with intubation (independent intubation not required)

Job Details

• Patient Population: Pediatrics and Neonates
• Work Areas: NICU and PICU
• Typical Treatments per Day: 20-25
• Responsibilities include all aspects of respiratory care such as:

  • Use of aerogen, Volara, cough assist, IPV, NAVA
  • Operation of Hamilton and Servo ventilators
  • Airway management and intrahospital transport
• Equipment used: Hamilton and Servo ventilators, Respironics & Hamilton BiPAP, Fisher Paykel High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)

Scheduling & Work Environment

• Shift Type: 3x12 hour night shifts
• Weekend Requirement: 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (weekends include Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Holiday Requirement: Possible
• Self-scheduling allowed with preference, but commitment to weekend shifts required
• Staffing: Prefer 8 RTs per shift; RT will not be the only RT in house
• No call or standby call required
• No floating required
• Dress Code: Stone/light gray scrubs
• Department-specific orientation provided, duration depends on prior experience
• Hospitalist or Intensivist available in-house

Additional Certifications

• ACLS (AHA)
• BLS (AHA)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• PALS (AHA)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required for this position

This role is ideal for experienced pediatric/neonatal respiratory therapists seeking a 13-week contract with a focus on critical care in NICU and PICU settings.