Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tenet Healthcare; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Coast Medical Center in Port Saint Lucie, FL is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapist to join our patient-focused care team. You will perform respiratory care procedures and diagnostics under physician directives and established protocols, delivering high-quality care with compassion.

This role requires an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Science, one year of acute care experience, and Florida RRT license with NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Science.
• One year respiratory care experience in acute care facility.
• Florida RRT license, NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS (NRP if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care procedures and diagnostics per physician directives and protocols.
• Cross training activities and precepting students and new staff as directed.
• Handle miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory care

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Science

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Florida Coast Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Florida Coast 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, Rotate

A registered respiratory therapist performs critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and diagnostics through both physician directives and respiratory care protocols. Selected cross training activities and precepting of students and new staff as directed. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Science

Experience

One year respiratory care experience in acute care facility

License

Florida RRT license
Certification:

Required: NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS (AHA)
NRP if applicable

Organization Description

At Florida Coast Medical Center, we believe we are Stronger Together. For You. We look forward to serving communities along Floridas Treasure Coast with high-quality care in September 2025. Opening this fall, Florida Coast Medical Center will offer a wide range of specialties, including premier surgical care, neurosciences, orthopedic and spine surgery, cardiac catheterization and heart care, vascular surgery, cancer care and urology.We combine advanced technology with a compassionate approach to healthcare. Our mission is to improve lives through collaboration, innovation, and personalized servicebecause when we work together, we can do more for our patients. Join our team!

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