Respiratory Therapist, Registered

OverviewBreathe Purpose into Your Career at WakeMed Cary At WakeMed, we don’t just deliver care — we care deeply. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at our North Hospital Campus, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care to patients of all ages. If you’re passionate about respiratory care and want to work in an environment that values excellence, teamwork, and growth, this is the place for you. What You’ll Be Doing: As an RRT at WakeMed North, you’ll evaluate, treat, and manage adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients with respiratory illnesses and cardiopulmonary disorders across a variety of clinical settings. You’ll play a key role in improving patient outcomes by:Performing comprehensive respiratory assessments and diagnostic proceduresDelivering all respiratory care treatments as ordered, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and airway managementEvaluating treatment effectiveness and adjusting care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary teamEducating patients and families to support understanding and continuity of careResponding to emergency situations and providing life‑saving respiratory supportDocumenting care in the electronic medical record with accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism Who You’ll Care For:Adult, pediatric, and neonatal patientsA diverse patient population in a collaborative, supportive environment Why WakeMed North?Supportive leadership and a strong respiratory therapy teamOpportunities to grow through our Respiratory Career Development LadderA culture rooted in the WakeWay to Excellence — respect, teamwork, safety, and compassionCompetitive benefits designed to support your life, career, and well‑being WakeMed Perks & Benefits:We take care of our team so you can take care of others.Career Development Ladder for Respiratory TherapistsFree parking at all campuses403(b) retirement plan Department DescriptionServing 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 LicensureLicensure & CredentialsRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)Active North Carolina Respiratory Care Practitioner LicenseRequired Certifications (Based on Patient Population):Adult Care:Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)Neonatal/Pediatric Care:Basic Life Support (BLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) EducationAssociate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required ExperienceNo Experience Required