Critical Care Respiratory Therapist — Night Shift

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 136,382,000 - 158,424,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Altamonte Springs, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week StaffFlex contract on the night shift. You will deliver routine and advanced respiratory therapies, monitor patients, and adjust treatments to ensure safe, effective care.

Requires NBRC credential and a state-registered/licensed RT, with an Associate degree in respiratory care and BLS at minimum; neonatal to geriatric care experience is valued. Night shift; competitive pay; commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Patient care skills for diverse age groups required.
• Intubations/airway management preferred.
• Ventilator management preferred.
• Arterial line placements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers routine and advanced respiratory therapies including aerosol, oxygen, and bronchial hygiene.
• Monitors and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Adjusts therapies per protocol and clinical criteria.
• Reevaluates ventilator interface regularly and responds to alarms.
• Assists weaning and adjusts ventilator settings as patient progresses.
• Draws and analyzes arterial/capillary blood gases and reviews results.
• Recommends changes in respiratory plan of care when needed.
• Ensures effectiveness of assessment and reassessment of patient progress.
• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation as appropriate.

Skills

Patient care

Intubations

Ventilator management

Arterial line placements

Education

Associate

Job description

AdventHealth in Altamonte Springs, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week StaffFlex contract on the night shift. You will deliver routine and advanced respiratory therapies, monitor patients, and adjust treatments to ensure safe, effective care.

Requires NBRC credential and a state-registered/licensed RT, with an Associate degree in respiratory care and BLS at minimum; neonatal to geriatric care experience is valued. Night shift; competitive pay; commitment to compassionate care.