Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension Healthcare; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Panama City. This role involves providing top-notch care for patients with respiratory issues, developing treatment plans, and educating patients and their families. With a focus on community impact, this organization offers a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Join a mission-driven team that values your contributions and offers numerous benefits, including paid time off, health insurance options, and retirement plans. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Respiratory Therapist in Florida.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans and equipment.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Therapy

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree/Technical Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Respiratory Care

+ **Schedule:** Full-time, night shift

+ 7pm - 7am

+ **Hospital:** Ascension Sacred Heart Bay

+ **Location:** Panama City, Florida

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.

+ Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.

+ Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.

+ Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.

+ Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.

+ Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ 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 credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hiredate or job transfer date required.

Education:

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

**Additional Preferences**

ACLS, NRP and PALS

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Sacred Heart is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare to children and adults in South Alabama and Northwest Florida communities and operates Northwest Florida's only children's hospital. Our faith-based ministry offers caregivers the opportunity to flourish personally and professionally in a variety of specialties, including cardiology, brain and spine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and cancer care.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp\_10\_20.pdf) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**E-Verify Statement**

This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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