Resp Therapist 3-12 Reg

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care under supervision and follow physician orders or approved protocols. You will manage mechanical ventilation, assist in emergencies, monitor responses, and educate patients and families on respiratory conditions.

The role requires graduation from an accredited associate’s degree program and a Florida-licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist, with responsibilities including resuscitation support and disease

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited associate's degree in respiratory therapy.
• Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist in Florida.
• Good communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Provide emergency care and support CPR and intubations as needed.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and adjust treatments.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and care plans.
• Teach disease management techniques to patients.

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Services Medical Director and Department Director, the Respiratory Therapist performs direct patient care to patients in all aspects of respiratory care according to the physician’s orders/approved protocols, with consideration given to the age of the patient. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in the cardiopulmonary system. The clinical work includes:

• Setting up and managing mechanical ventilation.
• Emergency care.
• Assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubations.
• Monitoring physiological responses to therapy.
• Educating patients and their families about their conditions.
• Teaching appropriate disease management techniques.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Graduate of accredited associate's degree respiratory program.Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:Employees in this position:Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purposeNOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job. Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.Licensure/Certification/Registration:Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist in the State of Florida.