Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NICU

Conifer Health Solutions•Boca Raton, FL

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist uses knowledge and proficiency in treating cardiopulmonary disorders for inpatients and outpatients of all ages. Treatments and procedures may involve oxygen and other therapeutic gases, aerosol inhalation, Holter setup, pulmonary function testing, respiratory care equipment, mechanical ventilation, blood gas sampling and analysis, and other respiratory therapeutic treatments. The therapist establishes good rapport with fellow associates while maintaining professional relationships. The position reports to the Respiratory Care Director and/or Respiratory Care Supervisor.

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
If credentialed by the NBRC on or after July 1, 2002, participation in the Credential Maintenance Program to maintain NBRC credentials; credentials awarded before July 1, 2002 are exempt.
Graduate of a two-year AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Florida licensure through the Department of Professional Regulations.
Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
For therapists working in NICU, current NRP certification.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the Florida Society of Respiratory Care and/or the American Association for Respiratory Care is recommended.
A minimum of one year of post-graduate clinical experience in Respiratory Care procedures.

Responsibilities

Treat cardiopulmonary disorders for inpatients and outpatients of all ages.
Provide respiratory therapies using oxygen and other therapeutic gases, aerosol inhalation, respiratory care equipment, and mechanical ventilation.
Perform Holter setup, pulmonary function testing, and blood gas sampling and analysis.
Provide other respiratory therapeutic treatments.
Establish good rapport with fellow associates and maintain professional relationships.