Therapist Respiratory Therapist

Job Title

• Respiratory Therapist

Location

• Indianapolis, IN

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Night shift (3x12-hour shifts per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy and management for neonatal or pediatric patients, primarily in Labor & Delivery (L&D) units.
• Administer treatments, monitor patient responses, and document clinical interventions accurately.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Float within hospital units, including PICU and Peds, based on facility needs.
• Adhere to established protocols and maintain certification standards.

Required Qualifications

• Indiana State Respiratory Therapist license in hand prior to start date.
• Children’s Hospital experience within the last 3 years, specifically NICU or PICU.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in neonatal or pediatric critical care units.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the necessary certifications: ACLS, BLS, NBRC RRT, NRP (required for L&D and per facility), with PALS preferred.
• Accredited educational program (CoARC or regionally accredited by CHEA).
• 18 months of relevant experience.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in Level 1 neonatal or pediatric intensive care settings.
• Proficiency with neonatal and pediatric ventilator management.
• Ability to float across multiple units as needed.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare facility specializing in neonatal and pediatric care.
• Supportive team environment with diverse clinical exposure and growth opportunities.

Additional Notes

• Shifts are nights, with 12-hour shifts scheduled 3 times per week.
• Travel compliance is Tier 2; candidates must be accredited through ACEN or CCNE.
• Candidates must work at least two major holidays per year.
• All certifications must be current and in hand at time of submission; temporary licenses may be available post-application.
• Out-of-state residents require a 3-month break to reset eligibility; IN residents need a 6-month break.
• Successful candidates will be required to float within hospital units, including PICU and Peds.
• The position involves no specific charting requirements, with a focus on clinical competencies.