What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Therapist, Registered position at WakeMed Health & Hospitals?
Overview:
What You’ll Do
Why WakeMed is the Destination for Respiratory Therapy
Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants
WakeMed Benefits & Perks
Ready to Make a Difference?
At WakeMed, we don’t just provide care—we set the standard. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist at our Level I Trauma Center, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that’s committed to excellence in patient care, innovation, and professional growth.
What You’ll Do
As a Respiratory Therapist at WakeMed, you’ll deliver expert care across a diverse patient population—adult, pediatric, and neonatal. Responsibilities include:
- Airway management and oxygen therapy
- Administration of nebulized medications
- Secretion management
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating therapy effectiveness
- Collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
Why WakeMed is the Destination for Respiratory Therapy
- Work in one of the busiest Level I Trauma Emergency Departments in the U.S.
- 7 Adult ICU assignments offering diverse clinical experience
- Innovative ECMO program with internal certification qualifying for NC ECMO licensure endorsement
- Perform
- Guided Arterial Line Placement
- Dedicated New Grad Internship Program
- Separate Adult and Neonatal/Pediatric Teams
- Core & Specialized Test Prep provided to all employees
Sign-On Bonus Options for External Applicants
- $5,000 with 1-year commitment
- $10,000 with 2-year commitment
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$15,000 with 3-year commitment
Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.
WakeMed Benefits & Perks
- Respiratory Career Development Ladder
- Free parking at all campuses
- Health, Dental, Vision 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
- MetLife Pet Insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
- Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses
- WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives
- WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
- Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
- Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
- Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed invests in your future
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that’s driven by purpose, powered by compassion, and committed to excellence. Apply today and become part of the WakeWay.
Department Description:
Serving 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
Licensure: Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required Education: Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required Experience: No Experience RequiredBenefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $15,000