Contract Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Tampa-General-Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

InterHealth Staffing, the for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, connects healthcare professionals with flexible opportunities while supporting TGH’s commitment to world-class, compassionate care. The Respiratory Therapist position is on-site at the TGH Main Campus in Tampa, full-time, with a rotating schedule.

Licensed Florida Respiratory Therapist with BLS from American Heart Association and at least one year of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Florida license required.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in respiratory care.

Responsibilities

• Perform prescribed respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostic procedures.
• Manage ventilatory support and life support systems.
• Administer drugs/medications to the cardiopulmonary system.

Skills

Respiratory care

BLS

Education

Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

InterHealth Staffing, the for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, connects healthcare professionals with flexible opportunities while supporting TGH’s commitment to world-class, compassionate care. Opportunities include permanent clinical float positions, available Full Time, or Part Time, as well as 13–26-week contract assignments offering competitive pay. Contract roles are designed with a strong focus on conversion to permanent employment, while extension opportunities may also be available based on business needs and mutual interest. As the region’s leading safety-net hospital, Tampa General provides the opportunity to work within a complex healthcare environment while delivering world-class, compassionate care to the communities we serve. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, experience within TGH, or a pathway to a long-term career, InterHealth provides an opportunity to experience TGH from the inside and explore where your career can grow.

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs designated Respiratory Care and Pulmonary diagnostic procedures, under the supervisionof 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. The Respiratory Care services include, but are not limited to, the following activities performed upon physician order: Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures performed with the use of medical gases and administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, and aerosols; Administration of drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system; Ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems; Bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises; Pulmonary rehabilitation; Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; Maintenance of natural and artificial airways. These procedures are performed in critical care and non‑critical care areas, onpatients of all ages, in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Licensed or Certified as aRespiratory Therapist in the State of Florida

BLS through American Heart Association. One year experience required.

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Respiratory

Organization

InterHealth

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday