Lead Respiratory Therapist – Patient Care & Training

African American Talent; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Celebration is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide high‑quality patient care on a full‑time, day shift. You will assess, treat, and monitor respiratory status, operate ventilators, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Requirements include NBRC credential, state RRT, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and 3+ years in acute care. The role emphasizes safety, patient education, and family support within a faith‑based health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of respiratory therapy or equivalent training.
• 3+ years of hospital experience as RRT.
• NBRC credential required.
• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Recommends changes in respiratory care plans based on medical necessity and protocols.
• Instructs and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment; manages side effects.
• Adjusts therapies using data such as ABG, oximetry, imaging, and labs.
• Supervises training for staff and students; supports cardiopulmonary diagnostics as needed.
• Maintains ventilator settings and reassesses patient/ventilator interface every four hours.
• Performs arterial blood gas draws and analyses; adjusts respiratory management accordingly.
• Responds to emergencies and supports airway management and CPR.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education support

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Tools

Ventilator management

ABG analysis

Cardiopulmonary diagnostics

Job description

AdventHealth Celebration is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide high‑quality patient care on a full‑time, day shift. You will assess, treat, and monitor respiratory status, operate ventilators, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Requirements include NBRC credential, state RRT, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and 3+ years in acute care. The role emphasizes safety, patient education, and family support within a faith‑based health system.