Respiratory Therapist, Reg I

PRINCETON BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist, Reg I, to join their team in Orlando. The successful applicant will be responsible for assessing and treating patients with breathing disorders, maintaining patient records, and operating necessary equipment. This entry-level position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care within a supportive environment and is ideal for those starting their career in respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences required.
• Must maintain license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for Florida.
• Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders.
• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and equipment usage.
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Communication

Patient care management

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Care

Eligible for National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) exam

Basic computer/mechanical training

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Position Summary

Assesses, treats, and caresfor patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

Position Summary

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST, REG I- ORMC

Orlando Regional Medical Center

3x12-hour Night shifts

Position Summary

Assesses, treats, and caresfor patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
• Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
• Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
• Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  
  

Other Related Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
• Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental controlsystems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive
  
  

and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

• Provides care for patientsin non-critical care and/or intermediate care units.
• Has advanced clinicalskills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to
  
  

preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinicalspecialist. Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Instructs clinical practicum students.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge ofthe principles of growth and development over the life span and possessesthe ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and providesthe care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
• Must be eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) exam per NBRC guidelines.
• Basic computer/mechanical training required.
  
  

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
• RRT’s registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRT’s credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with NBRC.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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