Lead Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are seeking a Lead CRT/RRT Respiratory Therapist for our hospital to ensure high quality, efficient care for all patients. As a Lead Therapist, you will evaluate respiratory needs and develop/implement Respiratory Care Plans.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and long-term mechanical ventilation
• Maintain all department and hospital records and enter accurate information into the hospital computer for the therapy as given
• Set up and administer all routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages

Requirements

• Completion of an AMA-approved respiratory care program (Associate Degree); Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Respiratory Therapist; critical care and intubation experience preferred
• Clear/active Florida license as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months of hire

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

About the Hospital

HCA Florida Blake Hospital is a 380+ bed facility located in Bradenton, FL. We are the only state-designated Level II trauma center in Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto Counties. Services include 24-hour emergency care, open-heart surgery, burn care, cancer care, joint replacement and inpatient rehabilitation. We are a recipient of the American Heart Association's Gold Fit Friendly Designation. We have an onsite day care program, Happy Cubs, a 24 hour employee fitness center and a healthy work environment. We offer continuing education courses and opportunities for advancement. We also offer great benefits.