Respiratory Therapist

Our promise to you:

Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

1000 WATERMAN WAY

City:

TAVARES

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32778

Job Description: Bonus Information:

• Up to $15,000.00 Sign On Bonus
• Up to $5,000.00 Relocation Bonus

Schedule Information:

• Full-time

• Day and Night Shifts (6am to 6:45pm / 6pm to 6:45am). Availability varies and will be confirmed at the time of the interview.

• Every other weekend required

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and treatment modalities for patients of varying ages, including neonate, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric.

• Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record after completing service.

• Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understanding the purpose and possible side effects of each.

• Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment, remaining alert to possible side effects.

• Sets up and monitors mechanical ventilators, including airway management and tracheal suctioning.

• Performs arterial punctures to obtain blood samples for gas analysis, understanding complications and contraindications.

• Assesses patient needs and tolerance for treatment, reassessing responses to therapy.

• Formulates and evaluates teaching plans based on patient learning needs, including family involvement as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of health care field and medical terminology Required
• Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems Required
• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively to carry out job requirements Required
• Ability to ensure infection control Required
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR), and ability to use and adapt to computer systems and applications Required
• Airway management skills, including insertion and maintenance of a patent airway Required
• Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including administration of oxygen and Heliox, administration of inhaled medications, lung expansion, and bronchial hygiene therapy Required
• Ability to appropriately initiate, operate, manage, and liberate non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation Required
• Ability to perform ABG Puncture, analysis, arterial cannulation using sterile procedure, and hemodynamic monitoring Required
• Ventilator patient transportation Required
• Knowledge and skill to care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient in a health care delivery system Required

Education:

• Associate's Required

Field of Study:

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 1+ years experience as a respiratory therapist Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) Required OR NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) RequiredOR State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) RequiredOR NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required

Pay Range:

$26.08 - $48.50

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.