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Respiratory Therapist - RRT/CRT | Shreveport, LA | 12H Nights
Ready to advance your respiratory therapy career with a leading facility in Shreveport, Louisiana? We offer an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Join our team to support high-risk deliveries, NICU/PICU, and a variety of critical care units across multiple campuses.
Quick Facts Location: Shreveport, LA
Start Date: 10/19/2026
End Date: 1/16/2027
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shifts (7p-7a)
Hours/Week: 36/48-hour rotations
Employment Type: Contract
Licenses/Certifications: LA State Licensure, BLS, NRP; ACLS and PALS preferred
Experience: 2+ years, high-risk delivery and NICU/PICU support
Patient Care Areas: ED, ICU, Stepdown, Med/Tele, L&D (High Risk Deliveries & NICU/PICU)
Pay & Benefits Pay Rate: $65.66/hour
Benefits include: Competitive pay packages with weekly direct deposit
Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
Robust referral bonus program
Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You'll Do Support high-risk deliveries, including neonatal intubation and airway management
Manage ventilators, ABGs, and non-invasive ventilation devices
Respond to Code Blue and rapid response situations with airway intervention
Support NICU/PICU patients, including neonates and infants
Float across multiple campuses, providing expert respiratory care
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including RT educators, supervisors, and department leaders
Document patient care accurately within Meditech Expanse
What You Need
Required:
LA State Respiratory Therapist Licensure
2+ years of clinical experience supporting high-risk deliveries and NICU/PICU
BLS and NRP certifications
Ability to support multiple campuses within 20-25 minutes driving distance
Experience with neonatal intubation, ventilator management, ABG analysis
Comfort with using equipment such as Servo U, Trilogy, Vapotherm, Neopuff, Oscillator, and other respiratory devices
Preferred: ACLS and PALS certifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT through NBRC)
CRT certification accepted
Experience with ECMO support is not required but a plus
About the Assignment
Join a dedicated respiratory care department at a leading hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. This assignment involves providing critical bedside support across various high-acuity units, including NICU, PICU, ED, ICU, and Labor & Delivery, with a focus on high-risk neonatal and maternal care. The role offers variety, collaboration, and the chance to further develop your specialized skills in a fast-paced environment.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied
Worksite address
shreveport, LA, 71150, US
Who can apply
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