Critical Care Respiratory Therapist I

CO046 Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (or RT Technician) to provide cardiopulmonary care across ED, Trauma, and Critical Care settings. The role supports inhaled therapies, ventilator management, and non-invasive modalities as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requires graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program with active state licensing or eligibility. NBRC credential preferred; BLS/ACLS/PALS as required.

Qualifications

• Accredited Respiratory Therapy program completed.
• NBRC credential preferred; Florida RT license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS per department areas may be required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to codes and emergent calls.
• Assesses patient condition and delivers prescribed therapy.
• Educates patients and families about illness and community resources.
• Monitors and documents patient responses to therapy.
• Ensures policies follow current research and best practices.

Skills

Arterial blood gas

Ventilation support

NIPPV

Patient care

Communication

Education

Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist (or RT Technician) to provide cardiopulmonary care across ED, Trauma, and Critical Care settings. The role supports inhaled therapies, ventilator management, and non-invasive modalities as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requires graduation from an accredited respiratory therapy program with active state licensing or eligibility. NBRC credential preferred; BLS/ACLS/PALS as required.