About this Certified Respiratory Therapist Per Diem role at Trinity Health
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
• Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work with multidisciplinary team to facilitate proactive respiratory interventions.Graduate of accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, RRT Florida Licensed, active NBRC certificate. Per Diem Position, without Benefits. Requires BLS, ACLS and at least 1 year hospital experience. Willing to work flexible hours.
$10K Sign On Bonus for this Per Diem position
- Performs floor care therapies and oxygen administration following proper policy and procedure.
- Performs floor care therapies and oxygen in an acute care setting.
- Performs or assists with endotracheal intubation as indicated in a safe manner
- Performs endotracheal extubation as indicated in a safe manner.
- Maintains clinical competency for mechanical ventilation in adult critical care units.
- Able to perform arterial blood gas draws in a safe and effective manner from radial, brachial and femoral arteries.
Position Summary:
As an RRT, you will work in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or practice environment. An RRT helps patients who are having trouble breathing.
What you will do:
- Meeting with and examining patients who have pulmonary diseases, disorders, or complications
- Conducting, performing, and analyzing diagnostic and function tests to assess lung capacity and capability
- Working with physicians and nurses to create treatment plans
What you will need:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program required.
- Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care preferred.
- Competency in blood gas laboratory, maintenance, PFT and bronchoscopy assistance a plus.
- Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.
- Current State of Florida License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health.
- BLS ACLS certification required.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
