Ther Respiratory II | Day Shift

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

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine, Florida, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist II to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. The role requires acting as a lead therapist and providing care to patients in critical situations.

Qualified candidates will have completed an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy, possess state licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, and hold current BLS certification. Experience in critical care and a preference for prior experience in a health care facility are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current State licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Florida.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory care and life support to patients.
• Act as lead therapist when assigned.
• Provide NICU patient care when necessary.

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, administers respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities. The Respiratory Therapist II acts as lead therapist when assigned and performs all other duties as requested by management in accordance with established Policies and Procedures within the job specification.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.

Required Education: Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Necessary Skills:

• Ability to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.
• Ability to act as lead therapist when assigned for all areas.
• When acting as a lead therapist, be able to provide NICU patient care (i.e., ventilator and oxygen assessment).

Required Licensure/Certifications:

• Current State licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health and State of Florida.
• Current BLS certification.

Required Experience: Less than one (1) year in critical care for ventilator management.

Preferred Experience: Three (3) or more years previous Respiratory Therapist experience in a major health care facility.