Contract Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

About The Position

InterHealth Staffing, a for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is offering a 13-week seasonal assignment for a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the NICU, with competitive base pay and the potential for contract extensions based on unit needs. The assignment provides an opportunity to experience TGH and may offer the potential to transition to a permanent role. The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, following department and hospital protocols. The work involves treating, managing, controlling, and evaluating deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Services are performed upon 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 required.
Experience in NICU, PICU, and Pediatric Medical/Surgical care required.
Seasonal applicants must have at least two years of experience in the specific division being hired into and be deemed competent to work independently.

Responsibilities

Perform therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory procedures using medical gases and 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.
Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises.
Provide pulmonary rehabilitation.
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Maintain natural and artificial airways.
Perform respiratory care and pulmonary diagnostic procedures according to department and hospital protocols and under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee.