Registered Respiratory Therapist, Baptist

Registered Respiratory Therapist The position is full-time, day shift at Baptists Jacksonville Downtown Heart Hospital. Benefits Eligible for up to $5,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance if hired* Responsibilities Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders Administering respiratory therapies Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests (pulmonary function tests) Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation Education & Credential Requirements Certificate required Associate of Science preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred or out‑of‑state Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred or out‑of‑state Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred or out‑of‑state Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred or out‑of‑state Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist preferred Location Primary Location: Downtown – Heart Hospital #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Health