Respiratory Therapist, Outpatient PFT Lab - Full-Time

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Performs specialized respiratory therapy services in an outpatient pulmonary function testing (PFT) lab, as directed by provider orders and in accordance with hospital protocols, policies, and procedures. The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) PFT exam must be taken and passed after two years of employment.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an NBRC-approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• RRT credential required upon hire or by the end of one year of employment, and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Florida Respiratory license required before the first day of employment.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), or the equivalent determined by the site of hire.
• Take and pass the NBRC PFT exam after two years of employment.
• Understanding of computers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with risks associated with exposure to infectious patients, needle puncture hazards, and hazards related to compressed gases.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Familiarity with The Joint Commission standards and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized respiratory therapy services as directed by provider orders and in accordance with established hospital protocols, policies, and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed