Pediatric Respiratory Therapist Job in Saint Louis, MO

ADEX Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 91-day travel assignment at Saint Louis Children's Hospital in Saint Louis, MO. You'll work three 12-hour day shifts per week with 36 guaranteed hours, earning $2,116 weekly.

Assignment Details

• Start date: November 2, 2026
• Schedule: 3x12 days with every other weekend required
• No on-call shifts
• Maximum 2 approved time-off requests per contract
• 36-hour orientation included

Role Overview

You'll provide respiratory care across pediatric and adult patient populations in a critical care setting, treating neonates, infants, adolescents, and pediatric patients. This role includes emergency department and level 1 trauma facility experience requirements.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
• NICU and/or PICU experience (hard requirement)
• ED, level 1 trauma facility, neonatal, and pediatric critical care background

Core Clinical Competencies

• Aerosol setup, BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
• High-frequency oscillator and oscillating ventilator operation
• Intubation assistance and mechanical ventilation weaning
• Arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation
• Nitric oxide (iNO) administration
• Tracheostomy care and management
• Servo ventilator and specialized respiratory equipment

Required Certifications

• BLS
• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Additional Requirements

• EPIC charting system experience required
• First-time travelers welcome
• Scrub color: any color or facility-branded apparel