Respiratory Therapist, Registered

At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community—and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care. We are hiring a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive respiratory care for patients of all ages across a variety of clinical settings. In this role, you will assess, treat, and monitor patients with respiratory illnesses and cardiopulmonary conditions, while partnering with patients, families, and healthcare teams to support positive outcomes.

Evaluate, treat, and manage patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary conditions across multiple care settings. Perform respiratory care procedures, patient assessments, and ongoing evaluations of treatment effectiveness. Develop and implement respiratory care plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.

Educate patients and families on treatments, therapies, and respiratory health management. Document care accurately, completely, and timely in the electronic medical record. Who you areLicensed or eligible to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in accordance with applicable requirements.

Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based respiratory care. Strong communicator who can effectively educate patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams. Committed to maintaining accurate clinical documentation and delivering high-quality patient care.

Holds required certifications based on patient population served, including Basic Life Support (BLS), and, as applicable, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Sign-On Bonus Options for External Candidates:Choose the incentive that works best for you:$5,000 with a 1-year commitment$10,000 with a 2-year commitment$15,000 with a 3-year commitmentNote: Internal WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

WakeMed Perks &

We take care of our team so you can take care of others. Career Development Ladder for Respiratory TherapistsFree parking at all campusesHealth, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via LyraMetLife Pet Insurance403(b) retirement planPDO (covers vacation, sick time & holidays)Voluntary insurance options for medical & daily expensesWakeWell Rewards & wellness programsWakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being supportChildcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright HorizonsTuition & Specialty Certification ReimbursementProfessional Development – we invest in your future If you are passionate about helping patients breathe easier, providing exceptional care, and making a meaningful impact across the continuum of care, we encourage you to apply and join WakeMed.

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 LicensureRegistered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required EducationAssociate's Degree Respiratory Therapy Required - And Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy Preferred Experience3 Years Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required