Career Center
Raleigh, North Carolina
Garner, North Carolina
Posted: 15-May-26
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Categories:
Internal Number: 30943
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
