Registered Respiratory Therapist II (RRT)

St. Mary's Medical Center; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Florida is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to provide pulmonary care services, including managing ventilators and administering therapy procedures. Successful candidates will possess a degree in Respiratory Care, appropriate state licensing, and relevant certifications. Join a supportive team committed to exceptional patient care and enjoy benefits that enhance your professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Florida is mandatory.
• BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and BIPAP/CPAP machines.
• Demonstrate critical care assessment skills in trauma situations.
• Administer respiratory therapy procedures and understand associated side effects.

Skills

Critical care assessment skills

Judgment and decision making

Education

Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Overview

St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At St. Mary's Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Per Diem, Days

POSITION SUMMARY

The respiratory therapists is responsible for providing pulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies & procedures. The RRT 2 is trained to work independently in either PEDIATRICS And or Trauma ICU.

Responsibilities

• Sets-ups & monitors mechanical ventilators & BIPAP/CPAP machines & performs the associated critical duties required for such as airway management & tracheal suctioning.
• Demonstrates critical care assessment skills, judgment, and decision making necessary for the trauma step down and trauma code.
• Administers respiratory therapy procedures; understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of a Respiratory Care Program

Experience:

• 0–2 years

License:

• REGISTERED RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (Florida)

Certification:

• BLS/CPR (AMERICAN HEART ASSN)
• ACLS (AMERICAN HEART ASSN)
• PALS (AMERICAN HEART ASSN) WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE

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