Respiratory Therapist

AdventHealth

United States

On-site

USD 26,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

1103 Team Member Services is hiring a full-time respiratory therapist in Florida. The role involves administering respiratory therapies, monitoring mechanical ventilators, and ensuring proper patient care for various age groups. Ideal candidates should have an Associate's degree and relevant certifications.

The position offers a night shift from 6pm to 6:45am, a competitive pay range of $26.08 - $48.50 per hour, and bonuses up to $13,000. A strong commitment to effective communication and patient advocacy is essential.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year experience as a respiratory therapist preferred.
State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) required.
State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.
NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required.

Responsibilities

Administers respiratory therapy treatments.
Monitors mechanical ventilators and airway management.
Documents all patient data in medical records.
Assesses patient needs and evaluates treatment plans.

Skills

Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology

Expertise in patient advocacy

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to ensure infection control

Airway management skills

Ability to provide optimal respiratory support

Ability to manage non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation

Knowledge of ventilator patient transportation

Knowledge of caring for various patient age groups

Education

Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Job description

Job Location

1000 WATERMAN WAY, TAVARES, FL 32778

Job Schedule

Full-time. Night shift (6pm to 6:45am).

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and treatment modalities for patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric.
Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record after completing service.
Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understanding the purpose and possible side effects of each.
Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment, remaining alert to possible side effects.
Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators, including airway management and tracheal suctioning.
Performs arterial punctures to obtain blood samples for gas analysis, understanding complications and contraindications.
Assesses patient needs and tolerance for treatment, reassessing responses to therapy.
Formulates and evaluates teaching plans based on patient learning needs, including family involvement as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology [Required]
Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems [Required]
Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements [Required]
Ability to ensure infection control [Required]
Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR), and ability to use and adapt to computer systems and applications [Required]
Airway management skills, including insertion and maintenance of a patent airway [Required]
Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including administration of oxygen and Heliox, administration of inhaled medications, lung expansion, and bronchial hygiene therapy [Required]
Ability to appropriately initiate, operate, manage, and liberate non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation [Required]
Ability to perform ABG Puncture, analysis, arterial cannulation using sterile procedure, and hemodynamic monitoring [Required]
Ventilator patient transportation [Required]
Knowledge and skill to care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient in a health care delivery system [Required]

Education

Associate's [Required]

Field of Study

Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience

1+ years experience as a respiratory therapist [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications