Respiratory Therapist - Free Standings - Nights

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist for their facilities in Orlando, Florida. This role involves assessing and treating patients with breathing disorders and conducting therapeutic procedures. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate records and operate necessary equipment.

The position requires an Associate of Science in Respiratory Care and licensure as an RRT by the State of Florida. Responsibilities also include documentation and ensuring compliance with Orlando Health policies.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist licensed in Florida.
• Basic computer/mechanical training required.
• Preferred membership in AARC and FSRC.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with breathing disorders and treat accordingly.
• Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures.
• Maintain precise patient records and documentation.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Patient care management

Respiratory therapeutics

Quality control

Communication

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Care

Intermediate Critical Care training

Tools

Pulmonary diagnostics

Non-invasive ventilators

Job description

Position Summary

This position will be assisting primarily our two free standings that are sister to Dr P Phillips Hospital. We are looking for a person that has done both adults and pediatrics and can be flexible regarding the locations from week to week. This person must be Registered Respiratory Therapist, not a Certified Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorder. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
• Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
• Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
• Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
• Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non‑invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Provides care for patients in non‑critical care, intermediate care, and intensive care units.
• Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Instructs clinical practicum students.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age‑specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
• Intermediate Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
• Basic computer/mechanical training required.

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002 must maintain an active status with the NBRC and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002 are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
• Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
• Preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).