Respiratory Therapist Per Diem
About the job
- At least two years of experience providing direct professional cardiopulmonary care in a hospital or healthcare setting; new graduates with a Registered Respiratory Therapist credential may be considered with references from at least two clinical instructors.
- An active New York State Respiratory Therapist license is required.
- A current Registered Respiratory Therapist credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care is required.
- Current Basic Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications through the American Heart Association are required.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle a variable workload.
- Working knowledge of computerized software programs.
- Ability to work 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. day shifts or 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m. night shifts, including weekends and rotating holidays.
- Ability to meet physical demands including standing for most of the day, moving high-pressure cylinders and equipment, lifting supplies and equipment, and maintaining an airway and manually ventilating a patient during a Code Blue.
- Provide high-quality respiratory care to pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
- Serve as a consultant to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
- Ensure care delivery and clinical protocols reflect evidence-based practices.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Participate in ongoing departmental education and training.
- Pediatric experience.
- Experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
- Long-term care experience.
- A Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy.
About the company
Blythedale Children's Hospital in Westchester County, New York specializes in diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating children with complex medical needs through coordinated inpatient and ambulatory programs. Care is delivered by multidisciplinary teams that coordinate medical treatment with rehabilitation and family-centered support across hospital and clinic settings. It differentiates itself by focusing exclusively on complex pediatric cases and by offering integrated, multi-disciplinary programs that link inpatient and outpatient services under one institution. The goal is to improve health outcomes for these children while providing families with accessible, comprehensive resources and programs.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1891
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 donor events raised money, including $750,000 at the Pops Memorial Golf Outing.
- Blythedale’s 2024 Form 990 shows $6.4 million net income and $250.5 million assets.
- 2026 media coverage of child recoveries strengthens referrals, philanthropy, and employer brand.
What critics are saying
- Medicaid cuts threaten reimbursement, pressuring a $115.5 million 2024 revenue base.
- Larry Levine retired in 2025; Dr. Nathaniel Beers started November 2025, creating transition risk.
- ProPublica lists a 2024 negligence case, and care failures damage trust quickly.
What makes Blythedale Children's Hospital unique
- New York State’s only independent specialty children’s hospital, serving medically complex children.
- Only 14 specialty children’s hospitals nationally, with New York’s largest pediatric therapy department.
- Dedicated post-acute pediatric brain injury unit and ventilator-weaning expertise differentiate Blythedale.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Safe Work Environment
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Professional Development Budget