Registered Respiratory Therapist - Freestanding Emergency Department

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care in the community. In this role, you will provide critical respiratory therapy and patient education, ensuring the highest standards of care for individuals facing respiratory challenges. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working within a supportive and mission-driven environment. The organization values its staff, providing a range of benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about healthcare and want to contribute to a compassionate team, this role is ideal for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Respiratory Therapist credential from Florida Board is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and care for patients with respiratory issues.
• Develop and implement patient care plans based on diagnosis.

Skills

Patient Care

Respiratory Therapy

Emergency Response

Patient Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

Respiratory Therapist Credential

Job description

Details

+ Department: Freestanding Emergency Department

+ Schedule: PRN, Rotating

+ Hospital: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola

+ Location: Pensacola, Fl

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.

1. Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
2. Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition. Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
3. Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
4. Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
5. Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

1. 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.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

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_English_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.

E-Verify (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf)