Contract Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

InterHealth Staffing, the for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is hiring a seasonal Contract Respiratory Therapist for the NICU. The assignment is 13 weeks, with competitive base pay and possible contract extensions based on unit needs. The seasonal program offers experience at TGH and may provide an opportunity to transition into a permanent role. Seasonal applicants must have at least two years of experience in the specific division and be competent to work independently.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs designated respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, following department and hospital protocols. The role treats, manages, and evaluates patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities. Services are performed by physician order in critical-care and non-critical-care areas for patients of all ages, in accordance with TGH's mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Licensed or certified as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Florida.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• At least one year of experience is required.
• Experience in NICU, PICU, and pediatric medical/surgical care is required.
• Seasonal applicants must have at least two years of experience in the specific division and be competent to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures using medical gases, administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, and aerosols.
• Administer drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system.
• Provide ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life-support systems.
• Provide bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
• Provide pulmonary rehabilitation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Maintain natural and artificial airways.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Potential for contract extensions based on unit needs.
• Opportunity to explore a transition into a permanent role.

What This Job Offers

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