Senior Respiratory Therapist & Ventilator Specialist

AdventHealth; Riverview (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Riverview, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with 3+ years of hospital experience to provide advanced respiratory care. You will manage ventilation, blood gases, and patient education, while training staff and supervising student preceptorships.

Requirements include RRT licensure, ACLS/BLS/PALS, and a strong clinical background in acute care. Association with a faith-based health system offers growth and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of respiratory therapy or equivalent training.
• 3+ years of hospital experience as an RRT.
• Licenses: State Registered RRT and NBRC RRT, ACLS, BLS, PALS. STABLE preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and teaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Recommends changes in respiratory care plans based on medical necessity and protocols.
• Coaches patients before, during, and after treatment delivery and manages side effects.
• Adjusts therapies using protocol and clinical data such as blood gases.
• Mentors staff and supervises student preceptorship programs.
• Operates mechanical ventilation and reevaluates patient/ventilator interface every four hours.
• Draws and analyzes arterial blood gases and manages arterial lines.
• Responds to emergencies and maintains airways; performs CPR.
• Supports cardiopulmonary diagnostics and related procedures as needed.
• Maintains quality care and staff morale; ensures ongoing staff development.

Skills

Patient care

Ventilator management

Airway management

Arterial lines

Education resource

Communication

Leadership potential

Education

Associate

Bachelor's

Tools

Ventilator equipment

Job description

AdventHealth in Riverview, FL is seeking a Respiratory Therapist with 3+ years of hospital experience to provide advanced respiratory care. You will manage ventilation, blood gases, and patient education, while training staff and supervising student preceptorships.

Requirements include RRT licensure, ACLS/BLS/PALS, and a strong clinical background in acute care. Association with a faith-based health system offers growth and development opportunities.