Ther Respiratory II

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida Health seeks a Respiratory Therapist II to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies. The role includes acting as lead therapist when needed and adhering to department policies and procedures.

The position requires completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy and Florida licensure, plus BLS certification. NICU care experience is a plus for this leadership role.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• Current State licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Florida.
• Current BLS certification.
• Less than one year of critical care experience with ventilator management.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies.
• Acts as lead therapist when assigned for all areas.
• Follows established policies and procedures in the department.

Skills

Respiratory care

Ventilator management

NICU patient care

Lead therapist responsibilities

Education

AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

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:1. Ability to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.2. Ability to act as lead therapist when assigned for all areas3. 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 form the Department of Health and State of Florida;- Current BLS certification.Required Experience:Less than one (1) year - Critical care for ventilator management.Preferred Experience:Three (3) or more years previous Respiratory Therapist experience in a major health care facility.