Registered Respiratory Therapist

Ascension•Panama City, FL

67d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assessing patients with respiratory distress or cardiopulmonary conditions, developing individualized care plans, and delivering advanced respiratory treatments. The therapist will monitor patient responses, adjust care plans, educate patients and families, and respond to emergency situations requiring life-saving airway management and respiratory 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 hiredate or job transfer date required.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

Assess patients experiencing respiratory distress or cardiopulmonary conditions to determine appropriate therapies and develop individualized care plans.
Deliver and manage advanced respiratory treatments including oxygen therapy, airway support, and specialized interventions that improve breathing and oxygenation.
Monitor patient response and adjust respiratory care plans pro-actively to ensure safe, effective treatment and optimal clinical outcomes.
Educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and treatment plans to promote understanding, confidence, and continuity of care after discharge.
Respond to emergency situations and code teams to provide life-saving airway management and respiratory support when it matters most.