Respiratory Therapist (Adult) - Graduating Students

Northshore Home Health Care; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide comprehensive patient care under supervision. You will set up and manage mechanical ventilation, administer emergency respiratory care, and assist with CPR and intubations while monitoring responses to therapy.

The role requires strong communication skills for educating patients and families about conditions and disease management, with sign-on bonuses offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in respiratory care.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergencies.
• Strong communication skills for patient education.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage mechanical ventilation.
• Administer emergency respiratory care.
• Assist with CPR and intubations.
• Monitor physiological responses to therapy.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and disease management.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Emergency response

Patient education

Job description

Role Overview:

Under supervision, the Respiratory Therapist provides comprehensive patient care in all aspects of respiratory therapy based on physician orders and protocols, considering patient age.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and manage mechanical ventilation
• Administer emergency respiratory care
• Assist with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubations
• Monitor physiological responses to therapy
• Educate patients and families about conditions and disease management techniques

Qualifications & Skills:

Requires clinical expertise in respiratory care, ability to respond effectively in emergency situations, and strong communication skills for patient education.

Additional Information:

Sign-on bonuses are offered based on experience, with $20,000 for less than one year and $30,000 for more than one year of experience.