Registered Respiratory Therapist - Gulf Coast Medical Center

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health is seeking dedicated Respiratory Therapists to join their mission-driven team in Fort Myers. As part of a leading non-profit hospital system, you will provide critical respiratory care, collaborate with a supportive team, and enjoy competitive benefits, including hiring incentives.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Retirement plans

Up to $25,500 in hiring incentives

Qualifications

• Administers therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical modalities.
• Responsible for oxygen therapy, blood gas draws, and ventilator management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care to patients of all age groups.
• Assess staff blood gas competencies if qualified.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Care

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Location:Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's WayFort Myers FL 33912

Department: Respiratory Care

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/6:45:00 AM to 7:15:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$27.12 - $35.25 / hour

Summary

Were actively seeking dedicated Respiratory Therapists to join our mission-driven team at Lee Health, making a positive impact on community health in Fort Myers/Cape Coral, Florida. As part of the largest non-profit hospital system, youll work in cutting-edge facilities, collaborate with a supportive team, and have opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and more. Plus, qualified candidates can receive up to $25,500 in hiring incentives! Join Lee Health for a meaningful contribution to community well-being!

Our Registered Respiratory Therapists administers all therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical modalities under the purview of Respiratory Care Services, for which the Therapist has demonstrated appropriate proficiency, and has been documented as competent to perform these procedures. All of the criteria-based duties within this document will be performed according to established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department and the hospital. Responsibility for the delivery of Respiratory Care to patients of all age groups, to include all therapeutic treatments, oxygen therapy, arterial blood gas draws and analysis, ventilator management, and airway management. May assess staff blood gas competencies if qualified as a "Technical Consultant".

Requirements

Educational Requirements:Associate's Required ;Bachelors required to perform duties of a Technical Consultant

Experience Requirements:None ; New graduates of accredited COARC respiratory therapy program accepted

State of Florida Licensure Requirements:Registered Respiratory Therapist License

Certifications/Registration Requirements:Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as an RRT ; BLS required ; ACLS, PALS, and NRP required as appropriate to population served and must beobtained within 6 months of hire where needed.