12438 - Therapist - Respiratory I

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to deliver care across NICU, Pediatric, and Adult areas. The role supports a team-focused environment with emphasis on patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, and NBRC credential is preferred. Licensure as RT or TT, plus NRP for NICU and PALS for Pediatrics, and ACLS for adults, are required or encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must have critical thinking, effective communication, decisive judgment.
• No prior work experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Licensed as RT or TT; NBRC preferred.
• NRP for NICU; PALS for Pediatric; ACLS for Adult areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory therapy care per physician orders across NICU, Pediatric, and Adult areas.
• Demonstrate composure and effective communication in stressful environments.
• Maintain NBRC credential where applicable; RT or TT licensure.
• Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and meet departmental credentials.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervis

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

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.

Other Information: Can be licensed as RT or TT. National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential is preferred.Department Specific Credentials:Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) for NICU,Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric areasAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for Adult areasNote: For added clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements Grid.Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.Additional Credential Info: RT or TT

Memorial Healthcare System is a community of caregivers dedicated to delivering quality patient- and family-centered care. This passion for caring extends to our teammates, who support one another and create heartfelt connections that last a lifetime. We are one family at the heart of exceptional care. Join us as we elevate the well-being of everyone we touch. #teamMHSflorida