Pediatric Specialty Care·Hopewell Township, Pennsylvania
Manage respiratory care for medically fragile, ventilator-dependent children, including conducting assessments and implementing weaning protocols. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and educate families on respiratory equipment.
Salary $33.00 - $50.20 / Hour Overview $5,000 Sign On Bonus Respiratory Therapist (RT) - Pediatric Specialty Care of Hopewell 12 Hour - Night Shift: 7:00PM - 7:30AM with a premium shift differential Make a lifelong impact on children who depend on your expertise.
At Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC) at Hopewell, Respiratory Therapists do far more than manage airways - they help medically fragile children breathe, grow, and reach milestones many once thought impossible.
If you’re an RT looking to apply your skills in a pediatric, ventilator-dependent, and rehabilitation-focused environment, this is a rare opportunity to practice at the top of your license while building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families.
Why Pediatric Specialty Care PSC is a specialty healthcare organization dedicated to caring for children with complex medical needs in a supportive, home-like environment.
Our interdisciplinary teams work collaboratively to provide continuity of care - not quick handoffs or revolving patient doors.
Here, Respiratory Therapists are essential clinical leaders.
Your Impact as an RT at PSC: Play a key role in ventilator management, weaning, and respiratory rehabilitation Provide in-depth respiratory assessments and ongoing evaluations Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, and interdisciplinary care teams Support children and families through long-term progress and meaningful outcomes Help shape individualized care plans with real autonomy and clinical voice What Makes This Role Unique Pediatric focus with medically complex and ventilator-dependent patients Continuity of care - build real relationships and see long-term outcomes Autonomy and collaboration within an interdisciplinary model A slower pace than acute care, with deeper clinical engagement Strong clinical standa;rds aligned with AARC and regulatory best practices Why Join PSC: Purpose-driven pediatric work Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration Stable patient population and meaningful outcomes Competitive pay and benefits (based on eligibility) A role where your expertise is valued, respected, and essential If you’re an RT looking to move beyond task-based care and into a role where your clinical judgment and compassion truly matter, Pediatric Specialty Care is the place to grow your career.
Apply today and help children breathe easier - today and for years to come.
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive respiratory and ventilator assessments Evaluate weaning potential and respiratory rehabilitation opportunities Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized respiratory care plans Initiate and manage ventilator weaning protocols per physician orders Administer prescribed respiratory medications and treatments Perform scheduled and PRN respiratory interventions Monitor labs, clinical indicators, and ventilator parameters within scope of practice Document care clearly and concisely, including ventilation checks every 12 hours per PSC policy Maintain accurate progress notes, evaluations, and discharge summaries Communicate clinical findings and recommendations to physicians and interdisciplinary team members Educate families, caregivers, and staff on respiratory equipment and procedures Assist with in-service training and onboarding education for staff Ensure safe, cost-effective use of respiratory equipment and supplies From Up to
Respiratory Therapist (RT) Qualifications: Associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy required (Bachelor’s preferred) Active, unencumbered Pennsylvania Respiratory Therapist license RRT or CRT credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care Current CPR (AHA Healthcare Provider) certification Must be at least 21 years of age Pediatric, ventilator, or long-term care experience preferred (but not required — we will support training) EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
Requires an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy, an active Pennsylvania license, and RRT or CRT credentials. CPR certification is mandatory, and experience in pediatric or long-term care is preferred.
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