Lead - Respiratory Therapist - $33 per hour

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Lead for a job in Crystal River, Florida. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Respiratory Therapist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, nights Employment Type: Staff The Respiratory Therapist Lead assists Director for twenty-four hour/day accountability for the planning, directing, leading and evaluating the care, provided by the Respiratory Services staff and EEG Department. Oversees staffing schedule, providing shift coverage to meet minimum staffing requirements and is accountable for meeting Departmental productivity goals. Act as Point of Care Supervisor for ABG’s testing. Assists in the Preparation of requests for the fiscal year’s budget. Essential Functions Assists Director with collecting and analyzing statistical and financial data, implementing solutions as needed. Manages the department’s charge master, ensuring accurate and timely charging functions. Assists Director with scheduling. Recruits and retains competent staff to maintain optimal department performance. Oversees daily operations, ensuring quality patient care through appropriate staffing. Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements (CMS, JCAHO, CAP, CLIA). Evaluates and implements new products, procedures, and department policies for optimal service. Manages capital and equipment needs, coordinating requests with senior leadership. Achieves department productivity goals through efficient staffing and workflow management. Oversees departmental inventory, ordering, and utilization. Administers and charts medication and therapies according to policy. Performs and reports Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and in a timely manner. Adheres to all respiratory protocols, including ventilation equipment management. Uses patient safety techniques and follows protocols for medication delivery and patient identification. Demonstrates clinical competency in crisis management, bronchoscopes, and age-specific care. Participates in process improvements and performs additional duties as requested. Education Bachelor's Degree Respiratory Therapy License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State Registered Respiratory Therapist Certification Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Life Support (ACLS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Life Support (PALS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Certified Respiratory Therapy (CRT) Or National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) - Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS) Work Experience Three years’ Acute Care experience required Tampa General Hospital Job ID 2600004T. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapist Lead About Tampa General Hospital Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the 1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26 and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions. Benefits Medical benefits Pet insurance Dental benefits Vision benefits Health savings account Health Care FSA Life insurance Employee assistance programs