Certified Respiratory Therapist

1103 Team Member Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform clinical patient assessments and deliver therapies, including breathing treatments and arterial blood gases. You will manage oxygen therapy, ventilators, and participate in interdisciplinary rounds, while documenting in the EMR and adhering to care standards.

The role requires neonatal/pediatric to geriatric care knowledge, BLS certification, and an Associate (CRT) with 1+ year experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required for Respiratory Therapist.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Field of Study: Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• 1+ year of experience as a certified respiratory therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform breathing treatments and arterial blood gases.
• Set up and monitor ventilators (invasive/non-invasive).
• Respond to rapid response and code blue calls.
• Document care and plan of care in EMR.
• Assist with bronchoscopy and bedside procedures.
• Manage oxygen therapy and aerosolized medications.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust therapy per orders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Infection control

Communication

Airway management

Ventilator management

ABG puncture

EMR documentation

Team player

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)

Education

Associate

Bachelor’s (preferred)

Field of Study: Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

1+ year experience as CRT (preferred)

Tools

Cerner

Epic

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our Promise to You:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Location & Schedule:

Address: 601 E Rollins St City: Orlando State: Florida Postal Code: 32803

Schedule: Full time Shift: Night (United States of America)

Job Description

Responsible for competently performing clinical patient assessments and delivering therapy, including breathing treatments and arterial blood gases. This position manages oxygen therapy, performs intubations, operates mechanical ventilators, and assesses patients to determine the appropriate type and frequency of respiratory treatment. Other responsibilities include completing patient documentation in the computer charting system and responding to code blue and rapid response calls. Reviews workload, makes staff assignments, and assists with technical questions when serving as shift lead. Follows regulatory requirements in the blood gas lab, runs quality control tests, and changes analyzer cartridges. Documents interdisciplinary education and plan of care. Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and provides input to ensure appropriate patient care. Assists with bedside bronchoscopy procedures. Performs respiratory therapy treatments and procedures per provider orders, department policy, and recognized standards of care. Sets up, monitors, and adjusts ventilators, both invasive and non-invasive, and documents changes. Delivers aerosolized medication, oxygen therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, and performs lung function testing. Draws, analyzes, and reports blood gases to assess respiratory status. Responds to rapid response calls, code blue situations, and performs CPR. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Critical thinking and patient assessment skills, with the ability to evaluate and modify the plan of care [Required]
• Ability to ensure infection control [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR), and ability to use and adapt to computer systems and applications [Required]
• Airway management skills, including insertion and maintenance of a patent airway, and endotracheal intubation as [Required]
• Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including administration of oxygen and Heliox, administration of inhaled medications, lung expansion, and bronchial hygiene therapy [Required]
• Ability to appropriately initiate, operate, manage, and liberate non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation [Required]
• Ability to perform ABG Puncture, analysis, arterial cannulation using sterile procedure, and hemodynamic monitoring [Required]
• Ventilator patient transportation [Required]
• Knowledge and skill to care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient in a health care delivery system, including specialized knowledge for neonatal care where applicable [Required]
• Infant / Pediatric experience [Required]
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment, triaging tasks according to importance [Required]
• Proficiency in basic computer knowledge including, Word and Excel, and computerized medical record documentation, with preference for knowledge in specific EMR systems such as Cerner and Epic [Required]
• Willingness to rotate throughout all patient care areas and work as a team player, making decisions and taking actions that consider the needs of the department and co-workers [Required]
• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and procedures competently according to physician’s orders, department policy, respiratory protocol, and recognized standards of care [Required]
• Manage operational costs through appropriate use and maintenance of supplies and equipment, and identify methods to control costs or generate revenue while providing maximum value to the patient and the hospital [Required]

Education & Credentials

• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]
• Field of Study: in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science
• Work Experience: 1+ years as a certified respiratory therapist [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Required]
• Active NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

Pay Range: $26.33 - $48.98

Background Screening

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity & Mission

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.