SENIOR RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RRT) SEASONAL

Wellington Regional Medical Center; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, FL, is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a Seasonal, full-time, 36-hour week with night shifts. NICU experience is required, and candidates must be licensed in Florida with current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP and STABLE certifications.

The role involves delivering respiratory care across age groups, training staff, and may require crossing to other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory therapy program.
• Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist license.
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP & STABLE certifications.
• Minimum 1 year NICU experience or completion of NICU orientation.
• Minimum 1 year experience in an acute critical care setting.

Responsibilities

• Delivers all aspects of Respiratory Care to all age groups.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff members and acts as a resource person.
• Can cross-train in other areas and float to fulfill hospital needs.
• Participates in department QI studies, Inservices, and meetings.
• Recognizes signs of stroke and calls a stroke alert; verbalizes stroke alert process.

Skills

NICU experience

Respiratory care

Education

AMA approved program

Job description

Responsibilities

This opportunity is a Seasonal, full-time, 36 hours per week, night shift schedule. NICU EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!

Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization. Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves. We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.

Service excellence is a part of all we do at Wellington Regional Medical Center. Our team is guided and held accountable by the following core standards:

• Treat everyone as a guest by making a good first impression, anticipating needs and displaying service recovery skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism and excellence by looking professional, taking responsibility for our actions and delivering excellence in our everyday work.
• Practice teamwork by actively participating in decision‑making and process improvement, communicating effectively and focusing on the problem/issue, not the person.

If our core standards inspire you, Wellington Regional Medical Center is a place where your career can grow.

Here, safety is more than a priority-It's our guiding value, and we’re committed to achieving zero preventable harm. We do what's right, learn from every experience, and create a supportive environment where every team member can thrive.

Join us and become part of a community committed to excellence where caring for one another is at the heart of everything we do.

To learn more visit Welcome to Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL

Job Requirements

Delivers all aspects of Respiratory Care to all age groups. Assists in the orientation and training of new staff members and acts as a resource person. Is able to cross train in other areas and willing to float to fulfill hospital needs. Participates in department QI studies, Inservices, and meetings. Recognizes the signs and symptoms of stroke and calling a stroke alert overhead. Verbalizes stroke alert process. Assesses and maintains airway, assists with intubation, transport of the intubated stroke patient. Maintains currency in stroke knowledge by completing the annual 1 hour online training.

What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Graduate of an AMA approved program. Current registered respiratory therapist license in the State of Florida.

Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP & STABLE certifications required.

Minimum one (1) year experience in neonatal intensive care services and/or completion of department's NICU orientation is required.

Minimum one (1) year experience in an acute critical care setting is required.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.