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Contract Respiratory Therapist - NICU

Tampa General Hospital

Location
Onsite (Tampa, Florida)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the role

Tampa General Hospital seeks a Contract Respiratory Therapist to provide diagnostic and therapeutic care for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies. The role involves managing life support systems and administering medications across critical and non-critical care areas.

Skills

Respiratory therapy NICU care PICU care Pediatric medical surgical care Ventilatory support Cardiopulmonary resuscitation Airway management Pulmonary diagnostics Medical gas administration Aerosol therapy Humidification Bronchopulmonary drainage Pulmonary rehabilitation Patient assessment Critical care

Full job details

InterHealth Staffing, the for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, connects healthcare professionals with flexible opportunities while supporting TGH’s commitment to world-class, compassionate care. Opportunities include permanent clinical float positions, available Full Time, or Part Time, as well as 13–26-week contract assignments offering competitive pay. Contract roles are designed with a strong focus on conversion to permanent employment, while extension opportunities may also be available based on business needs and mutual interest. As the region’s leading safety-net hospital, Tampa General provides the opportunity to work within a complex healthcare environment while delivering world-class, compassionate care to the communities we serve. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, experience within TGH, or a pathway to a long-term career, InterHealth provides an opportunity to experience TGH from the inside and explore where your career can grow.


Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) performs designated Respiratory Care and Pulmonary diagnostic procedures, under the supervision of a Respiratory Care Coordinator or designee, in accordance with protocols and procedures established by the department and hospital, in the treatment, management, control, diagnostic evaluation, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.  The Respiratory Care services include, but are not limited to, the following activities performed upon physician order:

Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures performed with the use of medical gases and administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, and aerosols; Administration of drugs and medications to the cardiopulmonary system; Ventilatory support, including maintenance and management of life support systems; Bronchopulmonary drainage and breathing exercises; Pulmonary rehabilitation; Cardiopulmonary resuscitation; Maintenance of natural and artificial airways.  These procedures are performed in critical care and non-critical care areas, on patients of all ages, in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Have questions before you apply? Book time to chat with the Talent Consultant using the link below.

Book time with Robell, Jennifer: 15 minutes meeting



Licensed or Certified as a Respiratory Therapist in the State of Florida

BLS through American Heart Association.  One year experience required.

Experience in NICU, PICU, Pedi Med/Surg required