Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Springfield, Missouri
Mercy Hospital Springfield

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Pediatric Respiratory

Location: Springfield, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Position Summary

Seeking a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shifts (3x12 hours, 1830-0700) in a pediatric respiratory unit. The role involves providing respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patients in a hospital setting.

Requirements

• Specialty: Pediatric Respiratory Therapy
• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in Pediatric/Neonatal Respiratory Therapy
• Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license required in the state of Missouri
• Certifications:

  • BLS (American Heart Association)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Work Details

• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (1830-0700)
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
• Weekend Hours: None required
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: May float to pediatric/neonatal units as needed

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Pediatric Respiratory, including PICU and NICU
• Number of Beds: Approximately 62 beds across Peds/PICU/NICU
• Patient Ratios: Variable
• Equipment Used: Draeger VN500, Hamilton G-5, Oscillator, Jet Vent
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective respiratory care to pediatric and neonatal patients
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic interventions
• Perform technical respiratory therapy skills and interventions
• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
• Educate patients and caregivers on respiratory care needs
• Participate in physician rounds and interdisciplinary communication
• Follow all safety, infection control, and hospital policies
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning, decision-making, and time management skills
• Maintain and manage respiratory equipment and supplies

Education

• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care program
• Registered as a Respiratory Therapist by the National Board for Respiratory Care (RRT)

Additional Information

• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required from November 1 to April 1 (declinations not accepted)
• Dress code: Black scrubs only
• Personality fit: Adaptable, teamwork-oriented

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-recognized hospital with a strong focus on pediatric and neonatal respiratory care.