Respiratory Therapist- Gainesville, FL

Job Description

A hospital in the Gainesville, FL area is looking for a Respiratory Therapist (RRT/CRT) to join its respiratory care team!

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This is a great opportunity to work in a large acute care hospital with a comprehensive range of medical services, including cardiovascular care, neurosciences, and critical care.

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Position Highlights:

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  Night shifts with rotating weekends

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  523-bed acute care hospital

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  Comprehensive Stroke Center

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  Established cardiovascular and critical care services

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  Opportunity to work with a variety of patient populations

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  Both RRT and CRT candidates considered

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Responsibilities:

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  Assess patients and provide respiratory treatments as prescribed

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  Set up, operate, and maintain respiratory equipment, including ventilators

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  Administer oxygen and aerosol therapies

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  Perform and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs)

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  Monitor patient responses and communicate findings to the healthcare team

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  Maintain accurate documentation and follow respiratory care protocols

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Qualifications:

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  Current Florida respiratory therapy license required

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  NBRC RRT or CRT credential required

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  Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience required

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  ICU, CVICU, NICU, PICU, or other critical care experience preferred

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  Home care and long-term care experience may also be considered

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  Current BLS certification required

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  ACLS, PALS, and NRP required within 30 days of employment

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Interested in Learning More?

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For more information and immediate consideration, email View email address on ziprecruiter.com or text View phone number on ziprecruiter.com!

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