Neonatal ICU Respiratory Therapist
Savannah, Georgia
Memorial University Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Neonatal ICU

Location

• Savannah, Georgia
• Level I Trauma Center and only children’s hospital in the region
• Coastal city with rich history and cultural attractions

Position Details

• Employment Type: Travel Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours
• Unit: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Shift: Evening (7 PM), 12-hour shifts
• Documentation System: Epic
• Dress Code: Hunter Green uniform

Unit & Equipment

• Patient Population: Neonatal and Pediatric ICU critical care patients
• Equipment Used:

  • Servo U ventilator
  • Drager VN500
  • F&P Bubble CPAP
  • High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation (HFOV)
  • High-Frequency Jet Ventilation (HFJV)
  • Vaportherm
  • Heliox therapy (invasive and non-invasive)
  • BiPAP and CPAP for non-invasive ventilation
  • Use of nitric oxide therapy

Required Qualifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist with NICU experience within the last year (minimum 1 year)
• Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license/certification for Georgia
• Certifications:

  • NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Experience working with Neonatal and Pediatric patients in critical care settings
• Proficient in managing ventilated pediatric patients and neonatal-specific respiratory therapies including Bubble CPAP, nitric oxide therapy, heliox therapy, and high-frequency ventilation modalities

Additional Information

• The hospital is recognized for quality care with multiple awards and accreditations, including Top Performer on Key Quality Measures and Advanced Primary Stroke Center designation.
• The work environment is described as supportive with a family-like atmosphere and opportunities for professional growth.
• The unit uses advanced respiratory technology and offers a specialized critical care experience in neonatal and pediatric populations.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced Respiratory Therapists seeking a travel assignment in a high-acuity neonatal and pediatric critical care setting with advanced technology and supportive team culture.