Registered Respiratory Therapist

Azza HealthCare Agency; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Ocala, FL is seeking a qualified Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide compassionate, patient-centered respiratory care within a hospital setting.

You will assess patients’ respiratory status, administer treatments, operate ventilators, respond to emergencies, interpret ABGs, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to stabilize patients and educate families. This role requires strong clinical judgment and excellent communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• RRT credential required.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Proficiency in ventilator management.
• Ability to interpret ABGs and guide care.
• Emergency response capability.
• Effective patient/family communication.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' respiratory status and determine appropriate interventions.
• Administer respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Operate and manage ventilators and other respiratory support equipment.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and stabilize patients.
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and guide care using results.
• Assist physicians by supporting care plans and clinical decision-making.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and self-care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

RRT credential

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) provides compassionate, patient-centered respiratory care in a collaborative hospital environment.

• Assess patients' respiratory status and determine appropriate interventions.
• Administer respiratory treatments and therapies.
• Operate and manage ventilators and other respiratory support equipment.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and stabilize patients.
• Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and use results to guide care.
• Assist physicians by supporting care plans and clinical decision-making.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions, treatments, and self-care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications/Skills: RRT credential, strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, proficiency in ventilator management, ability to interpret ABGs, emergency response capability, and effective patient/family communication.