Respiratory Therapist II — Clinical Impact

Tampa General Hospital; Brooksville (FL); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to administer respiratory care therapies, monitor patient responses, and document treatments per physician orders. The role requires accurate ABG procedures, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to safety protocols.

Eligible candidates typically hold an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a valid RT license/registration in Florida (or compact state), plus BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist license/registration.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications are required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Makes informed care decisions based on assessments.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers, hospital staff, physicians, and administration.
• Collaborates with the team and supports group decisions.
• Provides timely, relevant information to supervisors and documents accurately.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and uses PPE correctly.
• Performs arterial blood gas procedures accurately and on time.
• Monitors ventilation equipment and environmental systems.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Crisis management

Education

Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to administer respiratory care therapies, monitor patient responses, and document treatments per physician orders. The role requires accurate ABG procedures, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to safety protocols.

Eligible candidates typically hold an Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy and a valid RT license/registration in Florida (or compact state), plus BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.