Respiratory Therapist

Proforma Health Inc; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc in Port Saint Lucie, FL seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to provide compassionate and evidence-based respiratory care within a patient-centered care team. You will perform assessments, manage oxygen therapy, and respond to emergencies to stabilize patients.

You will collaborate with physicians and nurses, educate patients and families on device use and care, and ensure safe operation of ventilators and NIV equipment while maintaining clinical competency.

Qualifications

• Credential as an RRT with clinical competency.
• Strong assessment and intervention for respiratory needs.
• Proficiency in ventilator management and NIV.
• Clear communication and patient education.
• Team-focused with commitment to safe, evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and deliver oxygen therapy.
• Manage ventilator and non-invasive ventilation therapy.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and coordinate timely care.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to support patient treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and equipment use.
• Ensure safe operation and appropriate setup of respiratory devices.

Skills

Respiratory assessments

Oxygen therapy

Ventilator management

Non-invasive ventilation

Patient and family education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials

Job description

Registered Respiratory Therapist

to provide compassionate, evidence-based respiratory care within a patient-centered team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessments and deliver oxygen therapy.
• Manage ventilator and non-invasive ventilation therapy.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies and coordinate timely care.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to support patient treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and equipment use.
• Ensure safe operation and appropriate setup of respiratory devices.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Respiratory Therapist credentials and clinical competency in respiratory care.
• Strong assessment and intervention skills for acute and chronic respiratory needs.
• Proficiency in ventilator and non-invasive ventilation management.
• Ability to communicate clearly and educate patients and families.
• Team-focused mindset with commitment to safe, evidence-based practice.