Senior Respiratory Therapist IV – Day Shift

Bayfrontstpete; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner IV (RRT IV) to join our day shift team.

You will assess and treat patients with breathing disorders, initiate therapies, and maintain meticulous patient records across non-critical, intermediate, and ICU units. The role emphasizes advanced clinical skills, airway management, and equipment proficiency, with opportunities for precepting students and participating in the Respiratory Clinical

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences.
• Maintains Florida RRT license and NBRC credential.
• BLS certification; ACLS/ALS as appropriate.
• Proficient in arterial blood gas analysis and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with breathing disorders.
• Initiate and monitor respiratory therapies.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Operate and check respiratory equipment.
• Precept practicum students and provide mentorship.
• Demonstrate age-appropriate care and safety.

Skills

RRT licensure knowledge

Documentation skills

Team communication

Education

Associate of Science in Respiratory Care

NBRC RRT credential

Florida RRT license

BLS certification

ACLS/ALS as appropriate

Job description

Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a skilled Respiratory Care Practitioner IV (RRT IV) to join our day shift team.

You will assess and treat patients with breathing disorders, initiate therapies, and maintain meticulous patient records across non-critical, intermediate, and ICU units. The role emphasizes advanced clinical skills, airway management, and equipment proficiency, with opportunities for precepting students and participating in the Respiratory Clinical