Registered Respiratory Therapist, Pediatrics, Nights, Wolfson Children's Hospital
About The Position
Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital. Eligible for up to $15,000 Sign on bonus and Relocation Assistance if hired. Baptist Health is seeking to add a Registered Respiratory Therapist to Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. This is a full-time, night shift opportunity. At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
Requirements
- Certificate Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
- Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required
- Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist Preferred
Nice To Haves
- Associate of Science Preferred
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Preferred
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders
- Administering respiratory therapies
- Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests
- Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support
- Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes
- Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation
Benefits
- Sign on bonus
- Relocation Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
