Respiratory Therapist, Registered

Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesPosted Oct 1, 2026

Job description

Overview

At Wake. Med, we don’t just provide care—we set the standard. As a Registered Respiratory Therapis t 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 Wake.

Med, 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 Wake. Med 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 $15,000 with 3-year commitment Internal Wake.

Med employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses. Wake. Med Benefits & Perks Respiratory Career Development Ladder Free parking at all campuses Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra Met. Life Pet Insurance 403(b) retirement plan Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses Wake.

Well Rewards & wellness initiatives Wake. Med Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support Childcare partnerships with Kinder. Care & Bright Horizons Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement Exceptional Professional Development – Wake. Med 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 Wake. Way. Department Description Serving the community since 1961, Wake. Med 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
  • And Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy Preferred Experience 3 Years Clinical
  • Respiratory Therapy Required Registered Respiratory Therapist Required
  • And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required

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