Respiratory Therapist - NICU

BayCare Health System; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team at a leading hospital in the Tampa Bay area. This role focuses on providing exceptional respiratory care services, working closely with a diverse healthcare team to ensure the best outcomes for patients. The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking skills and clinical expertise, contributing to a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth. With a competitive total rewards package and opportunities for career advancement, this position offers a fulfilling chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement Program

401k match

Yearly performance merit appraisals

Community discounts

Qualifications

• RRT license and active NBRC credential required.
• 6 months of respiratory experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver respiratory care services under physician orders.
• Perform diagnostic testing and emergency care.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Clinical skills appropriate to position

Computer skills appropriate to position

Collaboration and teamwork

Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Education

Technical Respiratory Therapy

Associate's Respiratory Therapy

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at St. Joseph's Women's and Children's Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.

Position Details:

Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services
Location: St. Joseph's Hospital - Pedi
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 6:30PM - 7:00AM
Shift: Nights
Weekend Work: Every Other
On Call: No

BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:

• Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable)
• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement Program
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more
• Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2024

The Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment.
• Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight.
• Perform diagnostic testing; and Emergency care/Adult critical care.

Certifications and Licensures Required:

• RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)
• Active NBRC Credential for RRT
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
• NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months
• ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months
• PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred

Education Required:

• Technical Respiratory Therapy
• Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

Experience Required:

• 6 Months Respiratory

Specific Skills Required:

• NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred.
• Clinical skills appropriate to position
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Collaborate and work with a team
• Critical thinking skills
• Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position: Respiratory Therapist - NICU
Location: Tampa: St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time

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