Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join the Night Shift at Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital in Middleburg, FL.

You’ll assess respiratory needs, implement advanced therapies, monitor equipment, and educate patients and families; you’ll respond to emergency codes and collaborate with care teams.

Active Florida RT licensure and BLS are required; ACLS, PALS, and neonatal resuscitation skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Respiratory Therapist licensure required prior to hire date.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS preferred; Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.
• PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory needs and develop care plans.
• Implement advanced respiratory therapies and monitor equipment.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and adjust care as needed.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation codes and communicate changes.

Skills

BLS Provider

FL RT license

ACLS preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation preferred

PALS preferred

Education

High School+2 years exp or Associate/Technical or 4 years of cum. experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Middleburg, FL
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital
• Department: Night shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assess respiratory needs and develop tailored care plans based on patient diagnosis.
• Implement advanced respiratory care modalities and monitor specialized equipment.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and adjust medication administration as required.
• Lead patient and family education regarding health conditions and support programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation codes and communicate critical patient changes.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist specializing in Registered credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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