Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan

Educational support

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Family leave

Disability coverage

Galen College partnership

Job summary

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for PRN/Per Diem/As Needed to guide patients through routine and critical care. You’ll manage ventilation, deliver oxygen therapy and airway clearance in diverse settings, with access to advanced respiratory technology and mentorship from RT leaders.

The position emphasizes patient education, teamwork with physicians and nurses, and maintaining equipment in a safety-focused environment while supporting ongoing

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in respiratory care required.
• RRT certification (NBRC) and State licensure required.
• BCLS must be obtained within 30 days of start date.
• NRP must be obtained within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assess respiratory status with focused exams and interpret findings.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy including oxygen, aerosols and airway clearance.
• Manage ventilation and airway support including invasive and noninvasive modes.
• Educate patients and families and collaborate with physicians and nurses; assist with newborns when needed.
• Maintain and sanitize equipment and ensure infection prevention standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate Program in Respiratory

NBRC and State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

BCLS

NRP

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Respiratory Therapist RRT PRN

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - PRN / Per Diem / As Needed

Job Summary And Qualifications

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.

Your role will include:

• 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.

What qualifications you will need:

• Associate Degree or Certificate Program in Respiratory
• NBRC and State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• 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

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.