Respiratory Therapist Nights

About the role

Joining AdventHealth is about extending the healing ministry of Christ. You will be valued for your unique experiences and contribute to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person.

Responsibilities

• Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies.
• Interprets evaluations and test results to determine appropriate treatment plans in consultation with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Responds to all Code Blue emergencies immediately providing CPR according to the American Heart Association and performs other duties as directed.
• Performs respiratory and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol.
• Obtains, analyzes and reports findings of arterial blood gases and co-oximetry; performs quality controls as needed.
• Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, and airway suctioning.
• Initiates, maintains, transports, and monitors mechanical ventilators to include basic conventional modes of ventilation per policy and procedure.
• Utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and confers with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per department protocol.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• 1+ years of critical care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• FL Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• BLS - CPR Cert.
• ACLS.
• NRP.
• PALS.

Skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of respiratory and cardiac care techniques.
• Ability to maintain patient records and documentation.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and protocols.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 403-B Retirement Plan.
• 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave.
• Whole Person Well-being Resources.
• Mental Health Resources and Support.
• Pet Benefits.

Schedule

Full time, night shift.

Pay

$23.71 - $44.09 per hour.

Location

400 CELEBRATION PL, CELEBRATION, FL 34747

Additional Information

• Licenses and certifications required: FL Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), BLS - CPR Cert, ACLS, NRP, PALS.
• Background screening requirement applies.
• Equal opportunity employer.