Respiratory Therapist - FT - Days - $20K Sign on Bonus - MRH

About the role

Patients depend on our team for the best in evidence-based care and innovative therapies, such as inhaled nitric oxide, high-frequency oscillation, and invasive and non-invasive ventilator support modalities. Opportunities exist for motivated Registered Respiratory Therapists (and Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians) with the skills to provide a high level of quality service in a variety of settings including the ED, Trauma and Critical Care.

Responsibilities

• Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
• Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.
• Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels.
• Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff.
• Aids in performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Affirms the quality of services delivered and facilitates staff development programs.
• Ensures staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures and protocols.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ARTERIAL BLOOD GAS SAMPLING - ARTERIAL PUNCTURE
• ARTIFICIAL AIRWAY CARE/MAINTENANCE
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• HFNC/VAPOTHERM
• Mechanical Ventilation Weaning/Pulmonary Mechanics
• NON-INVASIVE POSITIVE PRESSURE VENTILATION (NIPPV)
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education And Certification Requirements

• Accredited Program: Respiratory Therapy (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (TT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

• Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Department Specific Credentials

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areas
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areas

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 80%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Squatting = 80%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 80%
• Standing = 80%
• Sitting = 60%
• Walking = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 60%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 40%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80%