Respiratory Therapist - Clearwater FL

BayCare Health System; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist at a leading facility in Clearwater. This role offers the chance to deliver critical respiratory care, collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, and make a meaningful impact on patient lives. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, you will thrive in your professional journey. Enjoy a competitive rewards package, including sign-on bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Yearly Performance Bonus

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in Respiratory Therapy is required.
• Must hold an active RRT and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Respiratory Care Services under physician orders.
• Perform diagnostic testing and emergency care procedures.

Skills

Respiratory Care Services

Critical Thinking

Computer Skills

Team Collaboration

Advanced Respiratory Assessment

Education

Technical Respiratory Therapy

Associate's in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

CPR Certification

RRT License

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest **Respiratory Therapist** who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.

**Position Details:**

+ **Facility:** BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services

+ **Location:** Morton Plant Hospital

+ **Status:** Full Time, Exempt: No

+ **Shift Hours:** 6:30AM - 7:00PM

+ **Shift:** Days

+ **Weekend Work:** Every Other

+ **On Call:** No

**BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including** :

+ Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable)

+ Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid Time Off

+ Tuition reimbursement Program

+ 401k match and additional yearly contribution

+ Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus

+ Community discounts and more

+ Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2024

The Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.

**Responsibilities Include:**

+ Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment.

+ Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight.

+ Perform diagnostic testing; and Emergency care/Adult critical care

**Certifications and Licensures Required:**

+ RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)

+ Active NBRC Credential for RRT

+ CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

+ NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months

+ ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months

+ PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred

**Education Required:**

+ Technical Respiratory Therapy

+ Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

**Experience Required:**

+ 6 Months Respiratory

**Specific Skills Required:**

+ NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred.

+ Clinical skills appropriate to position

+ Computer skills appropriate to position

+ Collaborate and work with a team

+ Critical thinking skills

+ Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!

_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_

**Position** Respiratory Therapist - Clearwater FL

**Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null