Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Location: Gainesville, FL

Shifts Available: Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Shift Per Week: 3 shifts (36 hours per week)

Salary Range: $27.42 - $36.95 per hour

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Respiratory Therapist to join our team in Gainesville, FL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in respiratory care, particularly in ICU, CVICU, NICU, PICU, and critical care settings. Experience in home care or long-term care will also be considered. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering, setting up, and maintaining both routine and non-routine therapies and equipment, including oxygen, aerosol therapy, and ventilators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and monitor respiratory therapy treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Interpret and perform Arterial Blood Gases (ABG) tests.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory treatments and equipment usage.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
• Identify and report any signs of abuse or neglect in patients.
• Maintain and ensure the proper functioning of respiratory therapy equipment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience in ICU, CVICU, NICU, PICU, or other critical care units.
• Florida State Respiratory License.
• NBRC Certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date).

Why Join Us?

This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment with a commitment to patient safety and quality care. The position includes a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to grow your career in a well-established medical facility.

If you are a compassionate and skilled Respiratory Therapist ready to take on a challenging role in Gainesville, FL, we encourage you to apply.