Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory Clinic

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, FL seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist for the Ambulatory Clinic. The RT will perform designated respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostics under supervision, following department protocols to support cardiopulmonary health across patient ages.

The role requires an RRT license in FL, BLS and ACLS, and involves ventilatory support, drug administration, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and nurses.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related field.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist license from FL DOH.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced respiratory therapy treatments, including mechanical ventilation and critical care management.
• Assess patients' respiratory status and develop comprehensive care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to therapy and adjust as needed.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory care and disease management.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals for integrated care.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Ventilator management

Patient assessment

Care plan development

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree Related field

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory Clinic (260003HK)

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory Clinic - ( 260003HK )

Description

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs designated Respiratory Care and Pulmonary diagnostic procedures, under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, in accordance with protocols and procedures established by the department and hospital, in the treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.

Respiratory Care services include, but are not limited to, the following activities performed upon physician order: Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures performed with the use of medical gases and administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, and aerosols; Administration of drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system; Ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems; Bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises; Pulmonary rehabilitation; Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; Maintenance of natural and artificial airways. These procedures are performed in critical care and non-critical care areas, on patients of all ages, in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Essential Functions

• Perform advanced respiratory therapy treatments and procedures, including mechanical ventilation and critical care management.
• Assess patients' respiratory status and develop comprehensive care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to therapy and make necessary adjustments.
• Educate patients and their families on respiratory care and management of respiratory conditions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated patient care.
• Ensure all respiratory therapy equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Related field
• Registered Respiratory Therapist license from FL DOH
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS)

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday