Ambulatory Clinic - Respiratory Therapist

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital seeks an experienced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for our Ambulatory Clinic. The role focuses on advanced pulmonary procedures, including robotic bronchoscopy and EBUS, in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include airway management, assisting with bronchoscopic interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care across age groups.

Qualifications

• Active FL DOH Respiratory Therapist license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with advanced interventional pulmonary procedures.
• Operate the Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System for navigation and biopsy.
• Assist with rigid bronchoscopy and airway management procedures.
• Perform EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound) for diagnostic and staging purposes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, anesthesia and ancillary staff to ensure efficient workflow.

Skills

Interventional pulmonary procedures

Bronchoscopy

Airway management

Cryotherapy

Cryobiopsy

EBUS

Procedural workflow

Team collaboration

Education

Florida RRT license (FL DOH)

BLS

ACLS

Tools

Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System

Cryotherapy equipment

Cryobiopsy equipment

EBUS equipment

Job description

Job Description - Ambulatory Clinic - Respiratory Therapist (26000163)

Job Description

Ambulatory Clinic - Respiratory Therapist - ( 26000163 )

Description

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) perform designated Respiratory Care and Pulmonary diagnostic procedures, under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, in accordance with protocols and procedures established by the department and hospital, in the treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. These procedures are performed in critical care and non-critical care areas, on patients of all ages, in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Essential Functions

• Assist physicians with advanced interventional pulmonary procedures, providing comprehensive procedural and patient care support.
• Operate and support the Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy System for navigation and biopsy procedures.
• Assist with rigid bronchoscopy procedures, including airway management and specialized therapeutic interventions.
• Perform and assist with EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound) procedures for diagnostic and staging purposes.
• Assist with thoracostomy/chest tube placement and management, ensuring proper setup, monitoring, and patient care.
• Support the use of cryotherapy and cryobiopsy technologies, including cryoprobe preparation, specimen handling, and procedural assistance.
• Provide expertise in a variety of specialty pulmonary procedures, including advanced diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy interventions.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, anesthesia providers, and ancillary personnel to ensure efficient procedural workflow and high-quality patient care.

• Registered Respiratory Therapist license from FL DOH
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS)

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Respiratory

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

On Site