Registered Respiratory Therapist III Wesley Chapel

Job Location Full time, Shift: Day (United States of America) 2600 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, WESLEY CHAPEL, FL, 33544 Benefits Medical, Dental, 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 Description Provide comprehensive respiratory care and cardiopulmonary support to a diverse patient population across all life stages. Responsibilities Recommend changes in respiratory care plans based on documented medical necessity and established protocols. Instruct and coach patients before, during, and after treatment delivery, preventing and resolving side effects. Adjust therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria, using data such as pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x‑ray, and lab work. Serve as a resource to staff, providing training and instruction to cardiopulmonary and other staff, and supervising student preceptorship programs. Initiate and maintain mechanical ventilation, determining ventilator mode and settings and reevaluating patient/ventilator interface every four hours. Draw and analyze arterial blood gases, place arterial lines, and make or recommend changes in respiratory management based on blood gas results. Respond to emergencies, establish and maintain airways and perform CPR. Operate as support staff for cardiopulmonary diagnostics, performing cardiac stress testing, setting up and discontinuing Holter monitors, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing, and electroencephalograms per facility needs. Provide assistance with additional services such as conscious sedation, broncho‑thermoplasty, bedside bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, navigational bronchoscopy, and trans‑radial band removal per facility needs. Maintain a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development, and high morale. Supervise the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Monitor patient progress by ensuring effective therapist assessment and reassessment. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Patient care skills for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations. Intubations and airway management for all populations served. Ventilator Management for all populations served. Arterial line placements. Exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities. Graduate of an approved school of respiratory therapy or equivalent training. Experience in an acute care environment with expertise in blood gas laboratory management. Routinely assess respiratory status and initiate re‑evaluation of therapy when indicated. Identify immediate or potential problems and take appropriate action, prioritizing patient needs. Serve as an educational resource to staff, patients, and family members. Communicate effectively and document thoroughly. Seek to continuously improve individual and group performance while maintaining high professional standards. Provide customer‑service oriented interactions and display considerate, safe, and orderly work habits. Demonstrate that essential functions can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation and using alternative skill combinations. Education Associate degree (required). Bachelor’s degree (preferred). Field of Study: Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Science. Required Experience 3+ years of hospital experience as an RRT. Licenses and Certifications State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS). Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS). Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS). S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification (preferred). Physical Requirements Work requirements include lifting, standing, walking, and performing clinical duties. Please refer to the detailed physical requirements at Pay Range $26.08 - $48.50 per hour. Equal Opportunity Statement This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr