Respiratory Therapist - Field - 157003

Respiratory Therapist - Field

BayCare Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to serve as a clinical specialist within our Extended Care / Skilled Nursing program. This role provides respiratory services across contracted skilled nursing facilities and patient homes, supporting patient-centered care through pulmonary assessment, oxygen weaning, equipment management, and clinical intervention. The Respiratory Therapist plays a key role in improving patient outcomes, enhancing quality of life, and reducing unplanned hospital readmissions while ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical standards.

Why BayCare?

BayCare Extended Care is a premier provider of contracted services for nursing homes, supporting 91 facilities across 9 counties. As one of Florida's largest home care providers since 1976, BayCare is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve.

Location: Clearwater, FL

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Days (8:00 AM 5:30 PM)

Weekend Work: None

On Call: No

Excellent work-life balance with no scheduled weekends and flexible holiday coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform pulmonary assessments on admission and with changes in patient condition
• Support oxygen weaning and medication management in alignment with care plans and clinical standards
• Manage respiratory equipment and supplies, including oxygen, pulse oximetry, and BiPAP/CPAP devices
• Respond to respiratory exacerbations within skilled nursing facilities
• Complete daily respiratory therapy orders and follow up on apnea monitor and ventilator patients
• Provide patient and caregiver education on equipment setup, usage, maintenance, and safety
• Perform diagnostic testing as ordered by physicians
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient progress and order clarification
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support timely interventions and quality outcomes
• Maintain compliance with state regulations and facility respiratory care requirements

Job Duties:

Focus on clinical support and intervention, including assessment, oxygen management, and exacerbation response

Routine breathing treatments are not administered in this role

Services are delivered in skilled nursing facilities and patient homes via scheduled visits

Certifications & Licensures Required:

• RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) considered
• Active NBRC credential (for RRT candidates)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Valid driver's license

Education:

• Associate's Degree or Technical Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Required Skills:

Strong clinical respiratory therapy skills

Basic computer proficiency

Ability to collaborate effectively within a care team

Excellent communication and patient education skills

Why Join BayCare?

• Join a highly respected program that allows you to:
• Practice at the top of your clinical scope
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Enjoy a consistent daytime schedule with no weekends
• Make a direct impact on reducing hospital readmissions and improving patient outcomes

Apply today to be part of an exceptional team delivering compassionate, high-quality respiratory care across our extended care network.

BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled welcome.