Respiratory Therapist

Encompass Health Corporation; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist in Panama City, Florida, to provide specialized patient care for individuals facing respiratory challenges. The role involves offering direct care, creating personalized care plans, and building strong relationships with patients to facilitate recovery.

Candidates should possess a current State License in Respiratory Therapy and CPR certification, with preferred ACLS certification and two years of hospital experience. Encompass Health values diversity and offers a supportive and enriching work environment.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy is mandatory.
• CPR certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years of hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients requiring breathing therapies.
• Supervise care, lead assessments, and create personalized care plans.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients for successful recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories to foster motivation.

Skills

Patient care

Medical gas administration

Breathing therapy

Patient assessment

Education

Current State License in Respiratory Therapy

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Two years of hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized patient care for individuals with respiratory challenges, facilitating independent breathing and recovery through compassionate, evidence‑based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients requiring medical gas, breathing therapy modalities, and medication.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years of hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for professional growth.
• Company matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to unique needs.
• Vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: At Encompass Health, we celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, disability, or any other protected classification.