Respiratory Therapist (RT)- PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance & 401(k)

Wellness programs

Career Development

Job summary

TGH Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for PRN shifts at our 80-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation facility in Tampa, FL. You will deliver respiratory care, monitor ventilators, and support rehabilitation patients to restore independence after injury or illness.

Candidates should have an AMA-approved Respiratory Therapy education, current state licensure, CPR/BLS, and 3+ years of cardiopulmonary experience.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in cardiopulmonary services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for and address potential side effects.
• Administer ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understand indications, dosing parameters, and potential adverse effects.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform airway management and tracheal suctioning as needed.
• Assess pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notify physician for intervention.
• Perform arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples and recognize potential complications.
• Perform EKGs, document/report results per department procedure, route to requesting providers, and file reports.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Education

AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Facility Name: TGH Rehabilitation Hospital

Schedule: PRN, as needed

Your Experience Matters

TGH Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More About Our Team

TGH Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 80-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to helping individuals regain their independence and return to the lives they love following an injury or illness.

How You'll Contribute

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for and address potential side effects.


• Administer ordered respiratory therapy treatments; understand indications, dosing parameters, and possible adverse effects.


• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators; perform associated critical-care duties such as airway management and tracheal suctioning.


• Assess pain that interferes with function or rehabilitation participation and notify the physician for appropriate intervention.


• Perform arterial punctures to obtain ABG samples; recognize potential complications and contraindications.


• Perform EKGs, document/report results per department procedure, route to requesting providers, and file reports appropriately.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure.


• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.


• Current CPR/BLS certification.


• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services highly preferred.

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.