Registered Respiratory Therapist

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

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

400 CELEBRATION PL

City:

CELEBRATION

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34747

Job Description:

• Recommends changes in respiratory care plans based on documented medical necessity and established protocols.

• Instructs and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment delivery, preventing and resolving side effects.

• Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria, using data such as pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, and lab work.

• Serves as a resource to staff, providing training and instruction to cardiopulmonary and other staff, and supervising student preceptorship programs.

• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation, determining ventilator mode and settings and reevaluating patient/ventilator interface every four hours.

• Draws and analyzes arterial blood gases, places arterial lines, and makes or recommends changes in respiratory management based on blood gas results.

• Responds to emergencies, establishing and maintaining airways and performing CPR.

• Operates as support staff for cardiopulmonary diagnostics, performing cardiac stress testing, setting up and discontinuing holter monitors, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing, and electroencephalograms per facility needs.

• Provides assistance with additional services such as conscious sedation, broncho thermaplasty, bedside bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and trans-radial band removal per facility needs.

• Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development, and high morale.

• Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

• Monitors patient progress by ensuring effective therapist assessment and reassessment.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations [Required]Must be a graduate of an approved school of respiratory therapy or have equivalent training. [Required]

• Experience in an acute care environment is necessary, with expertise in blood gas laboratory management. [Required]

• Routinely assesses the respiratory status of the patient and initiates re-evaluation of therapy when indicated. Identifies immediate/potential problems and takes appropriate action, prioritizing to provide the proper response to patient needs. [Required]

• Serves as an educational resource to other staff members, patients, and family members. [Required]

• Communicates effectively and documents thoroughly. Seeks to continuously improve both individual and group performance, maintaining high professional standards. Customer service is always the primary objective in day-to-day interactions. Displays work habits which are considerate of others, safe, and orderly. [Required]

• Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. [Required]

Education:

• Associate [Required]

Field of Study:

• in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of hospital experience as RRT [Required]

Additional Information:

• NBRC credential must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility.

• All States: require NBRC for new hires, and incumbents
• Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$28.97 - $53.88

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse :

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category:

Respiratory Services

Organization:

AdventHealth Celebration

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day

Req ID:

154130443