Registered Respiratory Therapist - Freestanding Emergency Department

Ascension • FL

120d

About The Position

The position is for a Respiratory Therapist at Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, located in the Freestanding ED - Perdido department. The schedule is PRN, indicating that the role is on an as-needed basis. The therapist will provide evaluation and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies, assess patients for appropriate treatment, and develop care plans based on diagnoses. Responsibilities also include monitoring patient conditions, performing advanced respiratory care modalities, and educating patients and families about health conditions and community support.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation of and care for patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Assess patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis.
• Implement and monitor patient care plan and equipment.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities.
• Evaluate respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcome.
• Educate the patient and family about the health condition and provides information about community support groups and other available programs.
• Respond to emergency resuscitation team code.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED