Respiratory Therapist - Ambulatory Ventilation Specialist

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

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.