Registered Respiratory Therapist

CoreHire; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 37,773 - 50,902; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in Kissimmee, Florida, to provide high-quality therapeutic and diagnostic services. The RRT will manage acute care ventilators and administer both routine and specialized procedures. Ideal candidates have an RRT credential and at least one year of experience. Compensation includes a competitive hourly wage, sign-on bonus, and various benefits including insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program (Associates Degree required).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
• Minimum 1 year of RRT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor respiratory therapy equipment for patients.
• Administer routine and specialized respiratory therapy procedures as prescribed.
• Manage acute care ventilators for patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Assess patient responses and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with hospital standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Function independently and make clinical decisions in the absence of a team leader.

Job description

Overview

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Location: Kissimmee, FL

Base Pay: $27.42 – $36.95 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join our team in Kissimmee, Florida. The RRT will perform all respiratory care-related duties, providing high-quality therapeutic and diagnostic services to patients of all ages. This role involves administering routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures, operating acute care ventilators, and supporting both short- and long-term mechanical ventilation.

The ideal candidate is self-directed, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor respiratory therapy equipment and treatments for patients of all ages.
• Administer routine and specialized respiratory therapy procedures as prescribed by physicians.
• Manage acute care ventilators for patients requiring short- and long-term mechanical ventilation.
• Assess patient responses and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with hospital and department standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Function independently and make sound clinical decisions in the absence of a team leader.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care program (Associates Degree required).
• Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of RRT experience preferred.

Compensation & Incentives

• Base Pay: $27.42 – $36.95 per hour
• Night Shift Differential: +$4.50/hr
• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000
• Relocation: Available on a case-by-case basis
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• Life insurance and flexible spending accounts