Respiratory Therapist I

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I to deliver respiratory care and diagnostic procedures across cardiopulmonary specialties. You will perform therapies, assess patients, and modify treatments under supervision, contributing to high-quality patient outcomes.

The role requires an RRT license in Florida, BLS, and ACLS, with responsibilities spanning critical and non-critical care areas and on-site duties at the TGH Main Campus in Tampa.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory, Cardiopulmonary or related field.
• RRT license issued by FL DOH.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and procedures, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and mechanical ventilation.
• Assess patients' respiratory status and develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to therapy and adjust treatment of respiratory conditions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.

Education

Associate’s degree – Major in Respiratory, Cardiopulmonary or related field

Registered Respiratory Therapist license issued by FL DOH

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Job Description - Respiratory Therapist I (260002TG)

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist I - ( 260002TG )

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. The 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 respiratory therapy treatments and procedures, including oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, and mechanical ventilation.

Assess patients' respiratory status and develop individualized care plans.

Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to therapy and adjust treatment of respiratory conditions.

Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and functioning.

Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree – Major in Respiratory, Cardiopulmonary or related field
• Registered Respiratory Therapistlicense issued by FL DOH
• BLS andACLS

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Respiratory

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