Respiratory Therapist SIGN ON BONUS

BayCare Health System; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will provide critical care services to patients at Morton Plant Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, delivering exceptional respiratory care while utilizing advanced clinical skills. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including sign-on and relocation bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive workplace culture. If you are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Yearly Performance Merit Appraisals

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in Respiratory Therapy required.
• Preferred NICU and Pediatric experience.
• Must have RRT and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Respiratory Care Services under physician orders.
• Perform diagnostic testing and emergency care.
• Utilize clinical skills for patient assessments.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Computer skills appropriate to position

Collaborate and work with a team

Education

Technical Respiratory Therapy

Associate's Respiratory Therapy

Tools

Respiratory Therapy License

NBRC Credential for RRT

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest **Respiratory Therapist** who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.

**Position Details:**

+ **Facility:** BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services

+ **Location:** Morton Plant Hospital

+ **Status:** Full Time, Exempt: No

+ **Shift Hours:** 6:30PM - 7:00AM

+ **Shift:** Nights

+ **Weekend Work:** Every Other

+ **On Call:** No

**BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including** :

+ Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable)

+ Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid Time Off

+ Tuition reimbursement Program

+ 401k match and additional yearly contribution

+ Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus

+ Community discounts and more

+ Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2024

The Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.

**Responsibilities Include:**

+ Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment.

+ Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight.

+ Perform diagnostic testing; and Emergency care/Adult critical care

**Certifications and Licensures Required:**

+ RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)

+ Active NBRC Credential for RRT

+ CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

+ NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months

+ ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months

+ PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred

**Education Required:**

+ Technical Respiratory Therapy

+ Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

**Experience Required:**

+ 6 Months Respiratory

**Specific Skills Required:**

+ NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred.

+ Clinical skills appropriate to position

+ Computer skills appropriate to position

+ Collaborate and work with a team

+ Critical thinking skills

+ Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!

_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_

**Position** Respiratory Therapist SIGN ON BONUS

**Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null