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| **Company** | WakeMed |
| **Location** | Raleigh, NC |
| **Type** | Intern |
| **Posted** | Sep 25, 2026 |
## Description

**Overview**  

At WakeMed, 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 WakeMed, 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 WakeMed 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 WakeMed employees are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

WakeMed Benefits & Perks

- Respiratory Career Development Ladder
- Free parking at all campuses
- Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults via Lyra
- MetLife Pet Insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid Days Off (PDO) for vacation, sick time & holidays
- Voluntary insurance programs for medical & daily expenses
- WakeWell Rewards & wellness initiatives
- WakeMed Gives – employee assistance, education & well-being support
- Childcare partnerships with KinderCare & Bright Horizons
- Tuition & Specialty Certification Reimbursement
- Exceptional Professional Development – WakeMed 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 WakeWay.

**Department Description**  

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed 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](http://www.wakemed.org).

EOE

**Licensure**  

Registered Respiratory Therapist Required - And NC Respiratory Care Practitioner Required

**Education**  

Associate's degree Respiratory Therapy Required

**Experience**  

No Experience Required
## Skills

- Airway Management
- Planning
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Oxygen Therapy
- Test Preparation Tutoring
- Neonatal Nursing
- Respiratory Care
- ECMO
- Intensive Care Unit (Icu) Nursing
## Benefits

- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Sick Leave
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Transportation
- Pet Insurance

## How to Apply

[Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/respiratory-therapist-registered-at-wakemed-01a0b3ce-2c00-79bb-9133-6abce3576d8b?utm_source=ai_markdown)

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