Critical Care Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

AdventHealth; Kissimmee (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

Paid time off

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Kissimmee, Florida is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team on the day shift. You will deliver respiratory therapies, monitor ventilators, and collaborate with physicians, RNs and support staff to promote safe patient care.

The role requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science and active RRT credentials, with BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certification. Florida background checks apply and benefits start on day one.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science.
• Active NBRC Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications required.
• 1+ year critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Documents and ensures procedures are accurate and complete.
• Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork in assisting with patient flow.
• Performs respiratory therapies and advises on delivery methods per protocol.
• Obtains, analyzes and reports arterial blood gases; performs quality controls.
• Operates and monitors mechanical ventilators and related equipment.
• Adheres to safety regulations and hospital policies; responds to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Collaboration and teamwork

CPR/AHA protocols

Ventilator management

Arterial blood gases analysis

Respiratory therapy procedures

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

Job description

AdventHealth in Kissimmee, Florida is hiring a Respiratory Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team on the day shift. You will deliver respiratory therapies, monitor ventilators, and collaborate with physicians, RNs and support staff to promote safe patient care.

The role requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science and active RRT credentials, with BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certification. Florida background checks apply and benefits start on day one.