Respiratory Therapist II | Full-Time | Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day one

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

UF Health Jacksonville is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to join our night shift team. This full-time role supports patients with diverse cardiopulmonary needs across a collaborative care environment.

Working 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, you will administer respiratory therapies, serve as lead therapist when assigned, and contribute to quality patient care under supervision. Florida licensure and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist license.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies.
• Acts as lead therapist when assigned and provides NICU patient care as needed.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to implement patient care plans.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Lead therapist

NICU care

Education

AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy

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

• Ability to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Ability to act as lead therapist when assigned for all areas.
• 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 from 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.