Respiratory Therapist 2 Ambulatory Clinics - 6:30A-5:00P

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital seeks a Respiratory Therapist to perform vital procedures in respiratory care and diagnostics, focusing on cardiopulmonary health. This role involves working in critical and non-critical care areas, requiring RRT certification and a commitment to patient care. Join our dedicated team to make a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year Respiratory Care Program, certification as RRT.
• Licensed as RRT in Florida.
• 1-year progressive hospital experience or 3 years for CRT candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures on patients.
• Administer medications to the cardiopulmonary system.
• Provide ventilatory support and manage life support systems.

Skills

Ventilatory support

Pulmonary rehabilitation

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Administration of drugs and medications

Education

Completion of a 2-year Respiratory Care Program

Certification as CRT-RE, CRT-MRE, or RRT

Licensed as RRT in the State of Florida

Job description

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapist performs designated Respiratory Care and Pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee. These procedures are conducted in accordance with protocols established by the department and hospital, focusing on the treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities.

Services include, but are not limited to:

1. Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures using medical gases and administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, and aerosols.
2. Administration of drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system.
3. Ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems.
4. Bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
5. Pulmonary rehabilitation.
6. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
7. Maintenance of natural and artificial airways.

These procedures are performed in both critical care and non-critical care areas, on patients of all ages, aligning with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a 2-year Respiratory Care Program and certification as CRT-RE, CRT-MRE, or RRT, with NBRC requirements for RRT completed.
• Licensed as RRT in the State of Florida with an active credential for RRT.
• Initial orientation and completion of a progressive orientation period or 1-year progressive hospital experience. CRT candidates must have 3 years of progressive hospital experience.