Reg Respiratory Therapist

Why BayCare? At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. We are currently looking for our newest Registered Respiratory Therapist to work at South Florida Baptist Hospital. At South Florida Baptist Hospital, quality of service is what sets us apart. Since 1953, South Florida Baptist Hospital has been a trusted community hospital for all health and wellness needs, and was built on quality, compassionate care. A full-service, 147-bed hospital, we offer the high-tech services of an acute care hospital, but in a small, warm and friendly environment designed for personal attention and compassionate care. Position Details Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services Location: South Florida Baptist Status: Full Time, Exempt: No Shift Hours: 6:30AM - 7:00PM Shift: Days Weekend Work: Every Other On Call: No Job Summary The Registered Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team. Responsibilities Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment. Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight. Perform diagnostic testing, and Emergency care/Adult critical care. Certification and Licensure RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist License) Active NBRC Credential for RRT CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) BLS (Basic Life Support) NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months of start date ACLS (Cardiovascular) PALS (Pediatric) - within 6 months of start date Education Technical Respiratory Therapy Degree Associates Degree - Respiratory Therapy Experience Required: 6 months minimum Specific Skills Clinical and computer skills appropriate to the position Collaborate and work well with a team Critical thinking skills Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations Be a part of an organization that is committed to encouraging a culture of inclusion that’s reflective of the communities we serve. We provide equal opportunities for all, so if you share these same values and want to join a team where everyone makes a difference every day, we’re looking for you. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr