Respiratory Therapy Coordinator

BayCare Health System; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Di

Job summary

BayCare Health System in Winter Haven, FL, seeks a Respiratory Therapist Coordinator to lead advanced respiratory care in high-acuity hospital and ER settings, including neonatal, pediatric, and adult ICUs.

The role focuses on mentorship, clinical excellence, and ensuring high patient care standards while coordinating coverage across shifts and units.

Qualifications

• NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification required.
• Specialized knowledge in high-acuity respiratory care.
• Ability to mentor and lead within the department.
• Excellent clinical judgment and teamwork in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced respiratory care under physician orders and hospital protocols.
• Perform complex respiratory interventions with competency validation.
• Serve as mentor and resource for the respiratory care team.
• Provide coverage across multiple critical care settings as needed.

Skills

Advanced respiratory assessment

Clinical judgment

Mentor and collaborate

Problem-solving

Education

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Technical Respiratory Therapy Program Completion

Job description

Why BayCare?

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 built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist Coordinator who is passionate about providing outstanding care to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers in 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-WHH
• Location : Winter Haven, FL
• Status : Full Time, Exempt: No
• Shift Hours : 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Shift : Nights (Shift 3)
• Weekend Work : Every Other
• On Call : No
• Remote Work : Never

Job Summary

Functions as a coordinator and provides advanced respiratory care in high-acuity settings including hospital-based and free-standing emergency/tra trauma centers, as well as neonatal, pediatric, and adult intensive care units. Demonstrates proficiency in performing complex respiratory interventions and treatment modalities validated through observation, competency check-offs, and formal assessments. Serves as a lead therapist, preceptor, mentor, and role model within the department. Supports clinical excellence by guiding peers, promoting best practices, and ensuring high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced respiratory care under physician orders and hospital protocols
• Perform complex interventions validated through competency assessments
• Serve as a mentor and resource for respiratory care team members
• Provide coverage across multiple critical care settings as needed

Certification and Licensure

• Active NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Adult-only care setting : Advanced Critical Care Specialist (RRT-ACCS)
• Mixed care setting : RRT-ACCS OR Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (RRT-NPS)
• Additional Certifications:
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (within 30 days)
• PALS (within 6 months, if pediatric care)
• NRP (within 6 months, if neonatal care)

Education

• Technical Respiratory Therapy Program Completion
• Preferred : Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Specific Skills

• Advanced respiratory assessment in high-acuity settings
• Clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Ability to mentor and collaborate within a team
• Problem-solving in complex clinical scenarios

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled