Reg Respiratory Therapist

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.

BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.

Morton Plant Hospital is a major facility with these recognized units and services:

• Open - Heart Unit (CVICU) : Managed through the Morgan Heart Hospital, this unit handles open-heart surgeries and cardiovascular critical care. It's highly active, conducting over 500 open-heart surgeries annually.

• Neuroscience/Neuro Unit : The Neurosciences Institute addresses complex neurological care (stroke, spine, neurovascular disorders)

• MICU (Medical ICU) : The hospital features a general Intensive Care Unit

• NICU (Neonatal ICU) : Level II NICU

• ER / Emergency Department :

Position Details:

• Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services??

• Location: Morton Plant Hospital ??

• Status: Part Time, Exempt: No

• Shift Hours: 6:30AM - 7:00PM ??

• Shift: Days

• Weekend Work: Every Other

• On Call: No

BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including :

• Competitive pay and increased premium night shift differential ??

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid Time Off

• Tuition reimbursement Program

• 401k match and additional yearly contribution

• Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus

• Community discounts and more

• Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2025

The 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 Include:

• 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

Certifications and Licensures Required:

• RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)

• Active NBRC Credential for RRT

• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

• NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months

• ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months

• PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred

Education Required:

• Technical Respiratory Therapy

• Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

Experience Required:

• 6 Months Respiratory

Specific Skills Required:

• NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred.

• Clinical skills appropriate to position

• Computer skills appropriate to position

• Collaborate and work with a team

• Critical thinking skills

• Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Reg Respiratory Therapist

Location Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Part Time

Req ID 160379