Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist Ocala, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Day or Night Shifts (rotating weekends)
Compensation: $29.56 to $40.65 per hour (based on experience)
Differentials: +$4.25/hr (Nights) | +$3.00/hr (Weekends)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000
Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case)

Overview

Join a collaborative, high-performing respiratory therapy team committed to clinical excellence and patient-centered care. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a modern, multi-facility healthcare system recognized for trauma, cardiac, and stroke services. Respiratory Therapists here enjoy flexible scheduling, advanced equipment, and strong professional support in a fast-paced acute-care environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to patients of all ages.

• Operate and manage acute-care ventilators for both short- and long-term mechanical ventilation.

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in accordance with established clinical protocols.

• Assess, document, and communicate patient responses and therapy outcomes.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to ensure safe, effective treatment.

• Maintain accurate department and hospital records within EMR systems.

• Demonstrate self-direction and critical thinking, functioning independently in the absence of a team lead.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) license or eligibility for licensure

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care RRT experience (within the last year)

  • CRT experience may be considered

• BLS certification (required within 30 days of hire)

Preferred:

• Advanced life support certifications (ACLS, PALS or NRP)

• Experience with ventilator management, ABG analysis, and critical care respiratory protocols

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase plan

• Paid time off and extended leave benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support

• Employee discount and wellness programs

• Relocation and sign-on incentives for eligible hires

Ideal For

Registered Respiratory Therapists who thrive in fast-paced acute-care settings and want to expand their skills in critical care, ventilation management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Perfect for clinicians seeking a stable, growth-oriented environment in beautiful Ocala, Florida.

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Deliver advanced respiratory care in a respected Florida hospital system offering strong compensation, professional growth, and a supportive team environment.