JobsUSARespiratory Therapist I (Pediatrics)
Company : UNC Health
Location : Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Full Time
Category : Physicians & Surgeons
Occupation : Respiratory Therapist
Job Details
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Position qualifies for our inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program:
$15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment. This position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) Participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists).
Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Residency Program Launch Your Career in Pediatric Care!
Are you a new graduate ready to make a significant impact on the lives of young patients? Our six-month Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Residency Program is designed just for you!
Program Features:
Intensive Clinical Training: Immerse yourself in hands-on clinical experiences in diverse pediatric settings; including NICU, PICU, and pediatric acute care.
Expert Mentorship: Partner with experience respiratory therapists who will guide you through your residency journey, providing support and insight.
Expand Your Learning:
Comprehensive Learning: Engage in classes and simulations covering essential topics like pediatric airway management, asthma pathways, and advanced ventilatory support. Certification Courses: Take advantage of opportunities to prepare for specialty certifications such as your RRT and NPS. Interdisciplinary Collaborations: Engage with various healthcare professionals to develop holistic care approaches.
Who Should Apply:
• Upcoming graduates with a degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Passionate individuals eager to specialize in pediatric and neonatal care
• Candidates committed to excellence in healthcare
Summary:
Under the direction of department management and according to policies and procedures as defined in the Department Policy and Procedure Manuals, administers respiratory care procedures and treatments designed to assess, prevent, stabilize or remedy patients' respiratory dysfunction. After completion of orientation, functions independently with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities:
1. Administers standard Respiratory Care including but not limited to, aerosol medication delivery, basic bedside pulmonary function testing, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, arterial cannulation and arterial punctures. Provides for all aspects of airway management including aspiration of established airways, tracheostomy care, tracheostomy tube changes, endotracheal intubations and extubations. May perform Pulmonary Function Testing as needed.
2. May be required to be on-call days, nights, weekends and holidays.
3. May Perform all aspects of ventilator care to include, but not limited to setting up the ventilator and verifying function using specialized ventilator modes to manage the patients disease process. Provide for an appropriate monitoring of these patients and provide appropriate weaning techniques.
4. Maintains and improves job knowledge and skills. Serves as resource to other staff reflective of experience level. Serves as resource for physicians and other UNCHCS staff. Aids in training new staff members, students and new physicians. Provides in-services as required. May assume Charge Therapist responsibilities.
5. Records completely all pertinent information pertaining to patient care procedures per hospital and departmental policies. Records patient information in electronic medical record system.
Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board and registry eligible by the National Board of Respiratory Care (CRT or RRT). Must be registered (CRT or RRT) within 6 months of hire. BLS on hire.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Respiratory Therapy
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $26.59 - $38.23 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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