Respiratory Therapist - SIGN ON BONUS

BayCare Health System; Tampa (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 be part of a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, delivering critical respiratory services and collaborating with healthcare professionals. With a focus on innovation and excellence, you will have access to competitive benefits, including sign-on bonuses and tuition reimbursement. Embrace the chance to enhance your skills in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions and career growth.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Relocation Bonus

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Yearly Performance Appraisals

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• RRT certification and active NBRC credential required.
• 6 months of respiratory experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Respiratory Care Services under physician orders.
• Perform diagnostic testing and emergency care.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Advanced Respiratory Assessment

Clinical skills

Computer skills

Collaboration

Education

Technical Respiratory Therapy

Associate's in Respiratory Therapy

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.

**Why BayCare?**

St. Joseph’s Hospitals Foundation inspires the community to engage in philanthropic opportunities to invest in the unique brand of care found at St. Joseph’s Hospitals. Community support for St. Joseph’s reflects the trust and reliance generations of patients have had with us, preserving our rich tradition of compassionate care while fueling innovation and medical excellence. At St. Joseph's Hospital you will get to work with a highly motivated team of Advanced Care Practitioners who are leading members of the resuscitation team. All therapists will rotate through various specialized areas such as: Cardiac Surgical Unit, Level II Trauma Center, Emergency Center which specializes in pediatrics and Level II trauma, and Pediatrics. Dedicated department educator providing competencies monthly and generous pay-for-skills program where Therapists are paid annually for the various skills they achieve.

**Position Details:**

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

+ **Location:** St. Joseph's Hospital Main

+ **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** Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null