Respiratory Therapist 2

About the role

Administer pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures prescribed by a physician. Transcribe and implement physician orders. Assess, observe, and monitor patients during respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing. Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures based on observed abnormalities. Adjust treatment plans according to physician directives.

Responsibilities

• Makes informed care decisions based on assessments.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, hospital staff, physicians, and administration.
• Adapts positively to change and resolves issues using appropriate channels.
• Collaborates with the team and supports group decisions.
• Provides timely, relevant information to supervisors and documents accurately.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and correctly uses personal protective equipment.
• Participates in daily Patient Safety Huddles and follows protocols.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills across all age groups and seeks guidance when needed.
• Performs and reports Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and on time.
• Maintains competency with ventilation equipment and administers medications safely, following policies and documenting appropriately.
• Cleans and sterilizes respiratory equipment and sets up treatments per physician orders.
• Monitors mechanical ventilation and environmental systems.
• Demonstrates strong judgment in crisis management and emergency care.
• Contributes to process improvements and performs additional duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Licensed/Registered as a Respiratory Therapist in Florida or a Compact State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification from American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification from American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Positive adaptability to change.
• Collaborative teamwork.
• Interpersonal skills across all age groups.
• Strong judgment in crisis management and emergency care.
• Process improvement contributions.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, Night Shift.