Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth 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. AdventHealth 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

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Job Description:

• Ensures efficient use of resources and labor by reviewing scheduling and staffing needs. 
• Acts as a liaison between staff and department leadership, communicating important issues to leadership promptly.
• Maintains good working relationships with all customers and communicates effectively with other healthcare team members.
• Serves as a role model by demonstrating leadership, communication, initiative, personal and professional growth, poise, and self-control.
• Acts as a resource person and assists with clinical duties when needed, maintaining all required clinical competencies.
• Practices and enforces standard precautions and safety regulations according to hospital policies.
• Attends new leader orientation and ongoing management/leadership classes.
• Adheres to, and ensures staff adherence to, the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitors staff activities in the clinical setting to ensure services are provided according to department and facility policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates professional standards and ethics, showing regard for the dignity, confidentiality, and respect of all patients, family members, visitors, and hospital personnel.
• Participates in and proactively initiates performance improvement activities. 
• Completes performance appraisals on time, counsels staff, and initiates progressive discipline as needed. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and appropriate implementation of applicable regulatory and professional standards [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR) [Required]
• Ability to handle multiple projects and initiatives and make appropriate decisions in stressful situations [Required]
• Ability to maintain good working relationships and open lines of communication with all and collaborate with other departments to ensure continuity of patient care [Required]
• Develop and implement educational processes for all team members and able to function as manager in the absence of the manager [Required]
• Critical thinking and patient assessment skills with the ability to evaluate and modify treatment plans utilizing respiratory therapy driven protocols [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English [Required]

Education:

• Associate's [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science

Work Experience:

• 3+ years critical care experience [Required]

Additional Information:

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
• NBRC credentials must be maintained as a condition of continued role eligibility
• All States: require NBRC for new hires and incumbents
• Florida Exception: legacy incumbents may continue working and may transfer within Florida without a NBRC active credential, subject to an approved, time-limited transition period.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
• Active NBRC Credentialed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Preferred]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

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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.