Neonatal Respiratory TherapistOcala, FL

Neonatal Respiratory Therapist

At AdventHealth Ocala, we relentlessly pursue better health care. It's a rewarding journey one that challenges us in the best possible way and inspires us to imagine what medical care can and should be. We are a nationally recognized medical center with 425 acute-care beds, serving our neighbors in Ocala and Marion counties and the surrounding areas. If you're looking for Ocala hospital jobs, you might be a good fit for our team of Ocala nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals. When you're ready to elevate your career in health care, we invite you to explore the variety of medical jobs in Ocala and our open positions at AdventHealth Ocala.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Up to $15k Sign On Bonus and up to $10K Relocation Bonus

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Location: 1500 SW 1st Ave Ocala, Florida 34471

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Ocala

• Horse Capital of the World Home to the World Equestrian Center
• Affordable cost of living
• Destination for outdoor enthusiast (golf, kayaking, horseback riding, nature trails)
• Vibrant downtown area with award winning establishments
• Family friendly with many parks and recreations
• Driving distance to Gainesville, St. Augustine, Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota
• Part of the community since 1898, providing healthcare to Marion County for over 120 years
• AdventHealth Hospital Ocala offers a broad spectrum of services, with programs that are nationally recognized and accredited
• Spectacular springs throughout the county

The role you'll contribute:

The Neonatal Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the treatment, care, and needs of an assigned group of patients. S/he must be able to accept leadership responsibility in the absence of a Lead Therapist as directed. Adheres to AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Performs respiratory therapies and oxygen delivery therapies and makes recommendations to the most efficient delivery method per protocol.
• Properly utilizes patient assessment skills, protocols, chart review, and conferring with multidisciplinary team to determine efficacy of therapy in a cost and time efficient manner making appropriate recommendations and changes per protocol.
• Performs airway maintenance including: proper use of manual resuscitators, suctioning, extubating, assists with tracheostomy tube insertion, performs trach tube change, oral and nasal pharyngeal airway insertion, LMA insertion, endotracheal intubation, and procedural respiratory support.
• Practices standard precautions and enforces safety regulations according to hospital policies on a continual basis. Documents and charges for procedures accurately and completely to ensure quality standards set by the department and hospital.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science program.
• Active Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Active and Current Florida State License as Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS, and PALS Certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Category: Respiratory Services Organization: AdventHealth Ocala Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1 - Day Req ID: 25020115 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.