Respiratory Therapist II | Full-Time | Nights

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

UF Health Jacksonville is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II for the night shift. This full-time role offers 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM and works with a multidisciplinary team providing cardiopulmonary care.

Under supervision, administers respiratory care and life support; may serve as lead therapist and participate in NICU care when needed. Requires Florida licensure and BLS; Associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.
• Required Education: AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care and life support to patients.
• Act as lead therapist when assigned.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality care.
• Provide NICU ventilation and oxygen assessments when leading.

Skills

Respiratory care

Lead therapist

NICU care

Education

AMA-approved respiratory therapy program

Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

Job description

Overview

Respiratory Therapist II – UF Health Jacksonville
Full-Time Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 PM– 7:00 AM

Bring your respiratory therapy expertise to UF Health Jacksonville and join a collaborative team providing high-quality care to patients with a variety of cardiopulmonary needs. This full-time night-shift opportunity offers 12-hour shifts and the chance to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary care team.

Under general supervision, administers respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities. The Respiratory Therapist II acts as lead therapist when assigned and performs all other duties as requested by management in accordance with established policies and procedures within the job specification.

Why join UF Health Jacksonville?

• Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on your first day of employment
• Paid personal leave for vacation, illness and personal time
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match after meeting eligibility requirements
• Tuition assistance to support continued education, certifications, and career growth
• Employee wellness and support programs

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served:All Age Groups.

Required Education:Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Preferred Education:Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Necessary Skills

1. Ability to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.
2. Ability to act as lead therapist when assigned for all areas
3. When acting as a lead therapist, be able to provide NICU patient care (i.e., ventilator and Oxygen assessment)

Required Licensure/Certifications:

• Current State licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist form the Department of Health and State of Florida
• Current BLS certification.

Required Experience:Less than one (1) year - Critical care for ventilator management.

Preferred Experience:Three (3) or more years previous Respiratory Therapist experience in a major health care facility.