Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Respiratory Care - $15k Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance (if[...]

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in North Florida as a Respiratory Therapist. You'll administer respiratory care, work independently in critical care settings, and develop your skills in a supportive environment. TMH values quality and compassionate healthcare, and we want you to be part of our legacy.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required.
• Must obtain NRP certification within 90 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Administer general respiratory care modalities.
• Function independently in PICU and adult intensive care areas.
• Provide on call staffing for department needs.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Job description

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DO

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with over 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community.TMH is the region's healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region's only:

• Level II Trauma Center
• Primary Stroke Center
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care
• Pediatric Intensive Care
• The most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the Panhandle.

Our system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, six residency programs and more than 50 affiliated physician practices.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Job Summary:

• To administer general respiratory care modalities in all areas, excluding NICU, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
• Function independently in PICU and all adult intensive care areas.
• Implement and monitor therapeutic modalities per physician's orders.
• Provide on call staffing for department needs.
• Develop and broaden assessment skills, communication skills, and knowledge base while preparing for the next level, Respiratory Therapist Critical Care.

Reports: Respiratory Care Lead

Supervises: None

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLY

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program

Required Experience:

• None

Required Certification/License/Registry:

• Must possess & maintain licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with the State of Florida Department of Health and the National Board of Respiratory Care and possess Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) AND Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS); Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification (NRP) preferred-must be obtained within 90 days of start

If you are interested in becoming a part of TMH’s legacy of quality & compassionate healthcare, we want to know you.

Please submit your application & resume TODAY! We look forward to speaking with you.

Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.

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Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.