Level II - Respiratory Therapist - $29 per hour

Tampa General Hospital; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Health savings account

Health Care FSA

Pet insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital in Spring Hill, FL, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Level II to provide advanced respiratory care, monitor patient responses, and implement physician orders. The role supports patient safety and collaborates with the care team to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy, Florida or Compact State licensure as an RT/CRT, and BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP certification, with at least 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required.
• Licensed Respiratory Therapist either Registered (RT) or Certified (CRT) by Florida or Compact State.
• Licensure required: Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care therapies and monitor patient responses.
• Transcribe and implement physician orders for respiratory care.
• Assess patients and adjust treatments based on observations.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure effective patient care.
• Maintain safety and document procedures accurately.
• Operate and sterilize equipment and manage ventilation systems.

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Level II for a job in Spring Hill, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

Responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician. The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of respiratory care. Proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing. Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities. Implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician. The ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes. Performs all other duties required.

Essential Functions

• Makes informed care decisions based on assessments.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, hospital staff, physicians, and administration.
• Adapts positively to change and resolves issues using appropriate channels.
• Collaborates with the team and supports group decisions.
• Provides timely, relevant information to supervisors and documents accurately.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and correctly uses personal protective equipment.
• Participates in daily Patient Safety Huddles and follows patient safety protocols.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills across all age groups and seeks guidance when needed.
• Performs and reports Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and on time.
• Follows respiratory protocols and maintains competency with ventilation equipment.
• Administers medications safely, following policies, and documents appropriately.
• Cleans and sterilizes respiratory equipment and sets up treatments per physician orders.
• Monitors mechanical ventilation and environmental systems
• Demonstrates strong judgment in crisis management and emergency care.
• Actively contributes to process improvements and performs additional duties as needed

Education

• Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State

• Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
• Pediatric Life Support (PALS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Work Experience

• 2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required

Tampa General Hospital Job ID #260002ER. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist 2

About Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers.

Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26 and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as High Performing, or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Pet insurance
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health savings account
• Health Care FSA
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs