Registered Respiratory Therapist

Trinity Health Corp.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($20k)

New pay rates

Job summary

Trinity Health Corp. in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive adult respiratory care. The role involves ventilator management, ABG analysis, and coordination with ER and ICU teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate has an accredited Respiratory Care education, Florida RRT license, and NBRC certification. Night shifts, full-time benefits, and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Experience in respiratory care and arterial blood gas sampling.
• Knowledge of mechanical ventilation principles and practice guidelines.
• NBRC RRT certification preferred; Florida license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide adult respiratory care including ventilator management and therapy.
• Perform arterial blood gas sampling, blood gas analysis, and spirometry.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures as needed in patient care.
• Respond to emergent respiratory needs in ER and ICU settings.
• Maintain clinical competency and ensure patient safety and policy adherence.

Skills

Critical thinking

Adult respiratory care knowledge

Ventilation support

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification (NBRC)

Florida state license as RRT

Job description

Description

Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and primary knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work in all areas of RT including Emergency room, Adult Critical care, Bedside Bronchs, Blood Gas Analysis and Spirometry.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Description

Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and primary knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work in all areas of RT including Emergency room, Adult Critical care, Bedside Bronchs, Blood Gas Analysis and Spirometry.

$20K Sign On Bonus

Full Time

New Increased Pay Rates!

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, RRT Florida Licensed, active NBRC certificate. This is a Full -time position with Benefits. Requires BLS, ACLS and at least 1 year hospital experience.

The Job Of a Respiratory Therapist Includes

• Performs floor care therapies and oxygen administration following proper policy and procedure.
• Performs floor care therapies and oxygen in an acute care setting.
• Performs or assists with endotracheal intubation as indicated in a safe manner
• Performs endotracheal extubation as indicated in a safe manner.
• Maintains clinical competency for mechanical ventilation in adult critical care units.
• Able to perform arterial blood gas draws in a safe and effective manner from radial, brachial and femoral arteries.

What a Respiratory Therapist Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program required.
• Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care preferred.
• Competency in blood gas analysis, Spirometry.
• Bronchoscopy assistance a plus.
• Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.

Licensure

• Current State of Florida License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health.
• BLS, ACLS certification required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.