Respiratory Therapist - Patient Care & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota; Florence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and education

401(k) with company match

Health savings accounts

Vibrant team environment

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care, supervise breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans to support recovery. You will work with a compassionate team using leading technology to improve patient outcomes and independence.

Qualified candidates hold a current state RT license and CPR certification; ACLS is preferred.

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.

Education

Current State License in Respiratory Therapy

CPR certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to provide direct patient care, supervise breathing treatments, and develop personalized care plans to support recovery. You will work with a compassionate team using leading technology to improve patient outcomes and independence.

Qualified candidates hold a current state RT license and CPR certification; ACLS is preferred.