Respiratory Therapist - Impactful Care, Growth & Benefits

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota; Fortuna (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k) and stock plan

Flexible spending and health savings

Vibrant, passionate team

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct care, supervise breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans to support patient recovery. The role emphasizes compassionate patient engagement and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a current state license in Respiratory Therapy and CPR certification; ACLS is preferred. Hospital experience is valued to deliver high-quality inpatient care.

Qualifications

• Current State License in Respiratory Therapy.
• CPR certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Two years hospital experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients in need of medical gas, breathing therapy modality, and medication.
• Guiding patients by supervising care and breathing treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by dedicating time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs for a successful recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy Knowledge

Education

State License in Respiratory Therapy

Tools

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification (preferred)

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to provide direct care, supervise breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans to support patient recovery. The role emphasizes compassionate patient engagement and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a current state license in Respiratory Therapy and CPR certification; ACLS is preferred. Hospital experience is valued to deliver high-quality inpatient care.