Pediatric Respiratory Therapist

Memorial Hermann Health System

2 days ago

United StatesFull TimePediatrics

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Memorial Hermann Health System as a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Nights, Level IV NICU in United States. At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees.

Key Responsibilities

in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service, while promoting safety, cost efficiency and a commitment to quality care.

Performs respiratory care procedures: administer medical gases, medication, and aerosols for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes and provide patient education.

Follows written orders from physicians in administering drugs and medication to the cardiopulmonary system of patients, evaluate treatment provided and take appropriate action.

Performs patient assessment and basic interpretation of arterial blood gases, pulmonary function testing and chest x-rays as indicated in Skills Check Off list.

Requirements

3+ years ICU/NICU experience highly preferred

Prior Level I Trauma experience

3 years RCP III = 3

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Memorial Hermann Health System as a Pediatric Respiratory Therapist – Nights, Level IV NICU.

Key Skills

Respiratory therapyNeonatal critical careAdult critical careArterial blood gasesVentilator managementTrauma carePatient assessmentPulmonary function testingPatient educationECMOLife-flight transportClinical researchTime managementDocumentationMentoring

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Position Insights

Pediatrics — Psychologist Career Context

This Pediatrics position at Memorial Hermann Health System is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Nationally, Pediatrics professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $245k, with the typical range spanning $190k to $320k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Respiratory therapy, Neonatal critical care, Adult critical care, Arterial blood gases, Ventilator management, Trauma care, Patient assessment, Pulmonary function testing. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pediatrics role.

Core responsibilities: The Respiratory Therapist will administer therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, including neonatal and trauma care, to patients with respiratory disorders. They will also act as a resource for staff, participate in patient education, and contribute to departmental operations.

Benefits package: Career ladder, Leadership opportunities, Clinical research involvement, Academic affiliation. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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