Registered Respiratory Therapist, $20K Sign on Bonus

Trinity Health Corp.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Trinity Health Corp. in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our acute care team during night shifts. The role requires critical thinking, expertise in adult respiratory diseases, and ventilator management in ICU settings.

Responsibilities include administering therapies, arterial blood gases, and collaboration with ER and CCU teams. Florida RRT licensure, BLS/ACLS, and hospital experience are required; a $20K sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care program required.
• Florida license as Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Experience in hospital respiratory care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapies and oxygen administration in acute care.
• Assists with endotracheal intubation as indicated and extubation when appropriate.
• Maintains mechanical ventilation competency in adult critical care units.
• Performs arterial blood gas draws from radial, brachial or femoral sites.

Skills

Critical thinking

Ventilator management

Blood gas analysis

Emergency care

Education

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Care program

Florida Licensed RRT

NBRC-RRT certification

Job description

Description

Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and primary knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work in all areas of RT including Emergency room, Adult Critical care, Blood Gas Analysis. COPD education and Tobacco Cessation counseling a plus.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Description

Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and primary knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work in all areas of RT including Emergency room, Adult Critical care, Blood Gas Analysis. COPD education and Tobacco Cessation counseling a plus.

$20K Sign On Bonus

Full Time Nights

New Increased Pay Rates!

Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, RRT Florida Licensed, active NBRC certificate. This is a Full -time position with Benefits. Requires BLS, ACLS and at least 1 year hospital experience.

The Job Of a Respiratory Therapist Includes

• Performs floor care therapies and oxygen administration following proper policy and procedure.
• Performs floor care therapies and oxygen in an acute care setting.
• Performs or assists with endotracheal intubation as indicated in a safe manner
• Performs endotracheal extubation as indicated in a safe manner.
• Maintains clinical competency for mechanical ventilation in adult critical care units.
• Able to perform arterial blood gas draws in a safe and effective manner from radial, brachial and femoral arteries.

What a Respiratory Therapist Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program required.
• Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care preferred.
• Competency in blood gas analysis, Spirometry.
• Bronchoscopy assistance a plus.
• Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.

Licensure

• Current State of Florida License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health.
• BLS, ACLS certification required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.