Respiratory Therapist RRT

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider seeks a Registered Respiratory Therapist to evaluate patient needs and implement care plans. Responsibilities include operating ventilators, maintaining records, and providing empathetic care. Candidates must have Florida RTP licensure and BLS certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and education support. Ideal for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and prioritize patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire.
• Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by CoARC.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must have effective listening skills for customer service.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the respiratory needs and develop Respiratory Care Plans.
• Application and operation of acute care ventilators.
• Maintain departmental and hospital records accurately.
• Perform procedures with care and empathy for patients.
• Be self-directed in the absence of Team Leader.

Job description

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are currently looking for an ambitious Registered Respiratory Therapist to help us reach our goals. As a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) on our team, you will evaluate the respiratory needs of and develop and implement the Respiratory Care Plan for your patients. We are an amazing team who works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. Take the next step in your career with HCA Florida Healthcare.

Your Duties and Responsibilities May Include

• You will be responsible for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short and long‑term mechanical ventilation.
• You must be self‑directed in the absence of the full‑time Team Leader.
• You will maintain all department and hospital records and enter accurate information into the hospital computer for the therapy as given.
• You will perform your procedures with care and empathy for our patients.

Requirements

• Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire.
• Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving equipment.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.