Registered Respiratory Therapist

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for Per Diem coverage in Florida. You will deliver expert respiratory care across diverse hospital settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support critically ill and pediatric patients.

In this role, you will assess respiratory status, apply advanced therapies, and communicate clearly with physicians and families to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care. Prior Per Diem experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of respiratory therapies and patient care.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to compassion, innovation, and continuous skill development.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status and deliver appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Operate and apply state-of-the-art respiratory care technologies
• Coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Work with varied patient populations and across multiple clinical disciplines
• Support quality care through strong patient interaction and communication

Skills

Respiratory care

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (Per Diem)

Provide expert respiratory care in diverse hospital settings, delivering compassionate, patient-centered treatment while using advanced respiratory technology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient needs across a range of clinical areas, including critical care, emergency/ER services, and pediatric respiratory health.

Key Duties

• Assess respiratory status and deliver appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Operate and apply state-of-the-art respiratory care technologies
• Coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Work with varied patient populations and across multiple clinical disciplines
• Support quality care through strong patient interaction and communication

Qualifications & Skills

• Deep knowledge of respiratory therapies and patient care
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to adapt to changing needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to compassion, innovation, and continuous skill development