Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? At WakeMed, we’re looking for a dedicated Pediatric Respiratory Therapist to join our team and deliver high-quality, compassionate care to our youngest patients.

 

What You’ll Do:

As a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist, you’ll evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages—primarily infants, children, and adolescents—with respiratory illnesses and cardiopulmonary disorders across a variety of clinical settings. You’ll:

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory care under physician orders in both acute and critical care environments.
• Conduct patient assessments, monitor treatment efficacy, and contribute to care planning and education.
• Respond to emergency situations, assist with airway management, and ensure appropriate ventilator and oxygen therapy support.
• Document care accurately, completely, and legally in the electronic medical record.
• Maintain equipment readiness and support safe, efficient delivery of respiratory services.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other disciplines to provide individualized, family-centered care.
• Embody the WakeWay to Excellence—promoting teamwork, safety, and respect in every interaction.

 

 

Why WakeMed? WakeMed is more than a hospital—it’s a place where excellence meets heart. We’re committed to innovation, safety, and a culture that supports our team members and the families we serve. Here, your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day.

 

WakeMed Benefits & Perks

• Respiratory Career Development Ladder
• Free parking at all campuses
• Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
• MetLife Pet Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
• Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses
• WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives
• WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
• Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
• Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
• Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed invests in your future

 

 

Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants

• $5,000 with 1-year commitment
• $10,000 with 2-year commitment
• $15,000 with 3-year commitment
  Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

 

 

Ready to join a team that’s making a difference? Apply now and help us deliver the kind of care every child deserves.

 

 

 

 

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required AND

(Adult Care) Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) AND

(Neonatal/Pediatric Care) BLS, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required
Experience

No Experience Required

Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required AND

(Adult Care) Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) AND

(Neonatal/Pediatric Care) BLS, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)