RRT | Full-Time | Days

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Respiratory Therapist in Leesburg, FL supports patient care under supervision, following American Association of Respiratory Care guidelines and hospital protocols.

You will perform assessments, administer therapies, monitor responses, and document care while collaborating with the healthcare team to optimize outcomes and ensure safety.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English clearly.
• RRT licensure or registration required for Florida employment.
• NRP and PALS certification may be required within 90 days if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care according to guidelines and physician orders.
• Assess patient needs, administer therapy, monitor responses, and document.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates of Science Degree (preferred)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

Overview

The Respiratory Therapist acts under the direction of the Director/Manager, utilizing Respiratory therapy processes based on American Association of Respiratory Care Guidelines, Statement of Ethics and Professional Conduct: facilitating patient care with the healthcare team, making respiratory assessment, implementing, delivering and evaluating the patient's respiratory therapy needs.

Qualifications

Education:- High School Diploma/GED (required) with some college, business, technical training, or Associates of Science Degree (preferred)- Registered Respiratory Therapist/RRTLicensure/Certification/Registration:- Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist- BLS- ACLS- PALS- NRP

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English- As applicable RCP staff assigned to maternal-child services will be required to have NRP and PALS certification. Therapist hired without NRP or PALS will have 90 days to obtain their NRP and PALS certification.