Registered Respiratory Therapist

Do you have the career opportunities as a Registered Respiratory Therapist Full‑Time Days you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Highlands Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Please note: qualified applicants may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus of up to $20,000 or relocation packages available. Job Summary and Qualifications As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll play an essential role in guiding patients through both routine care and critical moments. You’ll perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures while managing invasive and noninvasive ventilation across a variety of care settings. You’ll have access to advanced respiratory technology, mentorship from experienced RT leaders, and the support of a dependable, collaborative team that will set you up for success and ongoing professional growth. With consistent, predictable scheduling, you’ll have the stability and resources to deliver your best care, continue building your expertise, and make a lasting impact on patient health every day. Your role will include: Assessing respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions. Delivering evidence‑based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings. Managing ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies. Supporting patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed. Maintaining equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment; ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance; transporting ventilated patients safely; and following all infection‑prevention standards. Qualifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner certification. No Travel Required. Benefits Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services. Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services. Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence. 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3%–9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, and retirement readiness tools. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts. Learn More About Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Respiratory Therapist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr