Pediatric and Neonatal Transport Respiratory Therapist

Our Promise To You Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability InsurancePaid Time Off from Day One403-B Retirement Plan4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental LeaveCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Well-being ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportPet Benefits Schedule Full time Shift Night (United States of America) Address 601 E ROLLINS ST City ORLANDO State Florida Postal Code 32803 Job Description Responsible for providing emergency care for acutely ill neonatal and pediatric patients in collaboration with the medical team. This position practices in accordance with the philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards of the organization and functions within the guidelines of the Transport program protocols. Additionally, this role provides family-centered care, including psychosocial support, education, and transfer planning in conjunction with referral staff. In addition, this position maintains effective communication with referral staff and families. Additionally, this role participates in educating staff from referring facilities through informal teaching and planned educational classes and/or conferences. This position actively participates in outstanding customer service and maintains respectful relationships with all. Performs hemodynamic procedures such as arterial cannulation, assembly, calibration, maintenance, CVP/pulmonary artery catheter insertion, calibration, maintenance, cardiac output, and hemodynamic/cardiopulmonary profiles. Ensures transport supplies and equipment are restocked and functional, documents and posts/charges for procedures accurately, assists with clinical instruction, practices standard precautions, enforces safety regulations, and provides a timely response time for all transports as per quality metrics.Transports neonatal patients to nursery or neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) safely and efficiently.Completes appropriate transport training regimen and supervised orientation transports as directed by the Departments of EMS Ground and Flight Medicine and/or Respiratory Care.Utilizes Medivac-Aircraft/Vehicular Dynamics effectively during transport. Initiates process improvement ideas proactively and assists with clinical instruction and precepting. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to effectively deliver patient care while in transport via the confined spaces and unique environment of motor vehicle and rotor wing aircraft [Required]Effective oral and written communication skills [Required]Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet department needs [Required]Ability to utilize and adapt to state-of-the-art technology, computer systems and computer applications [Required] Education Associate [Required]Bachelor's [Preferred] Field Of Study Associate's in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science Required Work Experience 1+ pediatric critical care experience [Required]1+ requires a minimum of 2,000 hours of neonatal icu experience (per florida state rule 64j) [Required] Licenses And Certifications Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required] Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Required] Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Required] Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required] Neonatal Pediatric Transport (C-NPT) [Preferred] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem Pay Range $26.08 - $48.50 Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.