Senior Respiratory Therapist - Pulmonary Rehab & Education

Ascension; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies, develop individualized care plans, administer advanced modalities, monitor progress, and educate patients and families about home management and community resources. The role requires Florida licensure/credentialing and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience and pulmonary rehab experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date; American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of related experience.
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience and pulmonary rehab experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer advanced respiratory modalities and monitor patient progress.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the interprofessional team and assess treatment efficacy.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Education

Florida RT credential

BLS Provider

Job description

Ascension in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies, develop individualized care plans, administer advanced modalities, monitor progress, and educate patients and families about home management and community resources. The role requires Florida licensure/credentialing and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience and pulmonary rehab experience are preferred.