Certified Respiratory Therapist

About the role

Assess, plan, and implement care; monitor, communicate, and document; evaluate and educate; manage equipment and inventory; respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient for appropriate treatment, develop a plan of care based on diagnosis, and implement and monitor the care plan and equipment.
• Maintain patient condition while performing advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, medications, and treatments based on patient outcomes.
• Provide education to patients and families about health conditions and community programs.
• Manage equipment and inventory, including care, calibration, maintenance, cleaning/sterilization, and inventory levels.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team calls.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Skills

• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to assess and interpret patient data.
• Knowledge of advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is Night Shift | Full-Time.

Life at Ascension

Life at Ascension is a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.