Monterey, California
Prescott, Arizona
Marina del Rey, California
Posted: 18-May-26
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 942556
Position Summary
At Phoenix Children’s, we’re excited to offer full-time Respiratory Therapist opportunities across our pediatric healthcare system with day and night shift options available. Whether you’re looking for flexibility or a long-term career home, you’ll have the opportunity to provide exceptional respiratory care to pediatric patients ranging from neonates to adolescents in one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals.
Respiratory Therapists at Phoenix Children’s perform a wide range of routine and advanced respiratory procedures while working alongside multidisciplinary teams in high-acuity and specialty care environments. Responsibilities include caring for patients across inpatient units, critical care settings, emergency services, and specialty programs while contributing to quality improvement initiatives and maintaining the high standards of care that define our organization.
To qualify, candidates must hold a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC, and possess (or be eligible to obtain) an Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner license prior to hire. PALS certification is preferred, and AARC membership is encouraged.
What sets Phoenix Children’s apart is our commitment to professional growth and career advancement. Respiratory Therapists have opportunities to develop specialized expertise in areas such as:
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Emergency Department
Transport Team
ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
Whether you are interested in expanding your clinical skills, pursuing specialty certifications, or advancing into leadership opportunities, Phoenix Children’s offers structured pathways to support your professional development while delivering compassionate, family-centered care.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
New Graduate Respiratory Therapists are encouraged to apply for opportunities at our Thomas Campus
This position facilitates and administers respiratory care, including routine and complex procedures, using a wide variety of techniques and equipment. Ensures care meets quality standards established by the hospital, department and regulatory agencies and maintains all skills and knowledge sufficient to provide safe, effective, and developmentally appropriate care to all ages of patients from neonate to adolescent. This position also participates in executing quality improvement initiatives.
Education
- Successful completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program. (Required)
Experience
- Post graduation experience in a hospital environment. (Preferred)
Certifications
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association. (Required)
- Current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). (Required)
- Able to obtain Arizona Respiratory Care Practitioner license by date of hire.
(Required) - American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) membership. (Preferred)
- Current PALS certification. (Preferred)