Respiratory Therapist RRT

HCA Florida West Hospital; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Job summary

HCA Florida West Hospital is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for night shifts. In this role, you will guide patients through routine and critical care, perform diagnostic procedures, and manage ventilation support. You will work with advanced respiratory technology and a collaborative team dedicated to patient health and professional growth.

Your responsibilities include assessing respiratory status, delivering therapy, and maintaining equipment. Qualifications include an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care and current RRT certification. Join us in making a lasting impact on patient lives.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status and determine need for interventions.
• Deliver oxygen support and aerosolized medications.
• Manage ventilation and assist with airway placement.
• Educate patients and collaborate with healthcare team.
• Maintain and ensure readiness of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Assessment of respiratory status

Delivering evidence-based therapy

Managing ventilation and airways

Patient education and support

Equipment maintenance and safety

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate in Respiratory Care

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 30 days

Neonate Resuscitate (NRP) within 90 days

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida West Hospital, a leading provider of healthcare services.

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Full-time, NIGHTS

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments. You’ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings. You’ll have access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and the support of a dependable, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. And with consistent, predictable scheduling, you’ll have the stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building your expertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day.

Responsibilities

• Assessing respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions.
• Delivering evidence-based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings.
• Managing ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies.
• Supporting patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed.
• Maintaining equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following all infection-prevention standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Certificate Program in Respiratory Care
• (RRT-State & NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist
• (ACLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• (BCLS) Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (NRP) Neonate Resuscitate must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• (PALS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date

EEO Statement

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.