Respiratory Therapist (RT)

Aviata Health Group • Orlando, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Aviata Health Group is seeking a motivated and skilled Respiratory Therapist to provide specialized care and treatment to patients with cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions, neurological disorders, and physical conditions that manifest as respiratory disorders. The role is based at Aviata at Rosewood in Orlando, Florida, and requires travel to multiple locations: Aviata at Rosewood and Aviata at Lake Mary.

The Respiratory Therapist evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, delivers appropriate treatments, and documents care in accordance with facility policies and clinical procedures. The role also involves communicating patient progress and treatment plans to supervisors and interdisciplinary team members, and installing, testing, and maintaining respiratory therapy equipment.

Requirements

• Knowledge of written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the respiratory community.
• Skills applicable to the clinical discipline.
• Maintain a current license in the state of practice as required.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is preferred.
• Preferred experience with skilled interventions such as oxygen weaning therapy, Omni Flow biofeedback, group respiratory therapy, standardized respiratory testing, aerosol therapy, and incentive spirometry.
• Other education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatments that meet patient needs and follow facility clinical procedures and current treatment knowledge.
• Perform accurate, comprehensive patient evaluations.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain appropriate approvals from a referring physician.
• Communicate patient progress, problems, and treatment plans to the supervisor and interdisciplinary team members.
• Install, test, and perform routine maintenance on respiratory therapy equipment.
• Provide patient care as appropriate and necessary under the position description for the applicable licensed or certified clinical discipline.
• Write accurate, complete, and clear documentation in accordance with facility policies.
• Apply respiratory therapy principles, practices, and protocols, and use problem-solving skills to address patient needs and concerns.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k).
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

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