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W&C Respiratory Therapist - PRN

Tampa General Hospital

Location
Onsite (Tampa, Florida)
Employment
Per Diem
Level
Mid Level
Posted 5 days ago

About the role

Tampa General Hospital, a top-ranked academic health system in Florida, seeks a Respiratory Therapist to manage cardiopulmonary care and critical patients. The role involves performing advanced respiratory treatments, mechanical ventilation, and collaborating with the healthcare team to deliver integrated patient care.

Skills

Respiratory therapy Mechanical ventilation Critical care management Pulmonary diagnostic procedures Patient assessment Care planning Patient education Record keeping Interdisciplinary collaboration Equipment maintenance NICU care NRP BLS

Full job details

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. 

Essential Functions

  • Perform advanced respiratory therapy treatments and procedures, including mechanical ventilation and critical care management.
  • Assess patients' respiratory status and develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Monitor and evaluate patients' responses to therapy and make necessary adjustments.
  • Educate patients and their families on respiratory care and management of respiratory conditions.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide integrated patient care.
  • Ensure all respiratory therapy equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
  • Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, as well as regulatory standards.


  • Associate’s Degree Related field
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist license from FL DOH 
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) 
  • NICU experience of 3 years minimum in a Level 3/4 center. NRP required.