Job Description & RequirementsRegistered Respiratory Therapist - Neonatal Intensive Care - (RRT - NICU)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2415.00 - $2488.00
This opportunity is for a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with NICU experience in Allentown, Pennsylvania, a vibrant city in the heart of the Lehigh Valley. Allentown offers a great balance of city convenience and small-community feel, with easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, and the Pocono Mountains. The city is known for its revitalized downtown, diverse dining options, local breweries, and cultural venues such as theatres and museums. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the parks, greenways, and nearby hiking and biking trails, while sports and entertainment fans appreciate the PPL Center arena and year-round events and festivals.The position is based in a modern hospital environment within a large healthcare system, providing exposure to a wide variety of neonatal and pediatric cases. The NICU environment is designed to support high-quality, family-centered care, and the health system is known for its strong reputation in regional healthcare, collaborative culture, and focus on continuous quality improvement. Because the role may include floating to nearby hospitals within the system, clinicians gain valuable experience across different care settings and teams, making this an excellent resume-building assignment.The schedule consists of night shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., working three 12-hour shifts per week for a total of 36 hours. The position includes every other weekend and every other holiday, aligning with typical acute-care respiratory therapy scheduling. There is no on-call requirement, allowing for more predictable off-shift time. Free on-site parking makes commuting easier and more convenient.In this role, the RRT will primarily work in the NICU, delivering specialized respiratory care to premature and critically ill neonates. Responsibilities include managing ventilators and other respiratory equipment, administering aerosol and oxygen therapy, assisting with intubations and extubations, performing arterial blood gas sampling and analysis per policy, and supporting neonatal resuscitation in collaboration with the care team. The therapist will work closely with neonatologists, NICU nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans.The NICU environment requires meticulous attention to infection control, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record, and a strong focus on safety and family support. The therapist will also be expected to assist with respiratory interventions in related pediatric areas as needed, depending on census and acuity. Because the healthcare system may ask the clinician to float to nearby hospitals, the ability to adapt to different workflows and maintain consistent, high-quality care is essential.Credentialing typically requires approximately four weeks, with documentation deadlines approximately one week prior to the start date. The assignment follows a 13-week structure, and the facility reserves the ability to cancel up to three shifts during that period. Overtime, when applicable, is billed at 1.2 times the base bill rate. There is no on-call component, and schedules are communicated through the facilitys staffing processes. The notice requirement is 30 days, aligning with standard contract practices.Clinicians can expect to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, communication, and high standards of clinical practice. The combination of NICU specialization, exposure to a multi-hospital health system, and the quality of life in the Allentown/Lehigh Valley region makes this an appealing opportunity for RRTs interested in both professional growth and a comfortable place to live and work during their assignment.
Required Qualifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist, NICU
RT-PA
Certifications: RRT; NRP; PALS; ACLS; BLS
References: 1 Reference in entire work history
Facility LocationAllentown offers a wide variety of entertainment. Catch a minor league hockey or baseball game, a concert at the brand new 10,000 seat concert venue, or dine at one of the exciting restaurants or bars. Spend some time outside at one of the many city parks or rose gardens and dont miss the beautiful Lehigh River. Weekends can be spent at the Allentown Farmers Market or the art museum.
Hospitals Located Near Allentown: Lehigh Valley Hospital
Sacred Heart HealthCare System
St. Lukes Allentown Hospital
Coordinated Health Allentown
Lehigh Valley Hospital Muhlenberg
Job BenefitsAllied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) and Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
- Free Continuing Education
- Competitive Housing Deal
- Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
About the CompanyAt AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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