Respiratory Therapist, Grad-Adult

OverviewLaunch Your Career as a Respiratory Therapist at WakeMed! Why WakeMed is YOUR Destination for Respiratory TherapyWork in one of the busiest Level I Trauma Emergency Departments in the U.S.Gain experience across 7 Adult ICU assignments for diverse clinical exposureJoin our innovative ECMO program with internal certification qualifying for NC ECMO licensure endorsementPerform Ultrasound-Guided Arterial Line PlacementParticipate in our Dedicated New Grad Internship ProgramWork with separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric TeamsAccess Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employeesWhat You’ll DoAs a Respiratory Therapist at WakeMed, you’ll provide airway management services for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Responsibilities include:Administering respiratory care procedures under physician ordersManaging oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, intubations/extubationsPerforming arterial punctures, analysis, phlebotomyOperating mechanical ventilation for all age groupsCollaborating with physicians and healthcare teams to evaluate treatment effectivenessLicensure & CertificationNC Respiratory Care Practitioner – RequiredCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – Within 6 months of program completionRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Within 12 months of program completionBLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP – Required based on patient populationEducationAssociate’s degree in respiratory therapy – RequiredReady to Start Your Journey?Join a team that values innovation, excellence, and growth. At WakeMed, you’ll have the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to thrive in your career.Apply Today and Make a Difference from Day One! 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 LicensureNC Respiratory Care Practitioner – RequiredCertified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) – Within 6 months of program completionRegistered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) – Within 12 months of program completionBLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP – Required based on patient population EducationAssociate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Experience1 Year Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Preferred