Registered Respiratory Therapist Per Diem Rotate

Position Summary

To use sound knowledge and proficiency in the treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders for inpatients and outpatients of all ages with various types of media, i.e., Oxygen and other Therapeutic Gases and Aerosol Inhalation, Holter set-up, Pulmonary Function Test, all related Respiratory Care Equipment, Mechanical Ventilation, Blood Gas Sampling/Analysis and all other aspects of respiratory therapeutic treatments. Establishes a good rapport with fellow associates while maintaining a professional relationship. Reports to the Respiratory Care Director and/or Respiratory Care Supervisor.

Required Licensure/Certifications:

Minimum

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Education:

Minimum

Graduate of a two (2) year AMA approved Respiratory Care Program

Preferred

Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Other Qualifications:

Must be licensed by the State of Florida Department of Professional Regulations and have current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS & PALS

Therapists working in NICU, must have a current NRP certification

Recommend membership to the Florida Society of Respiratory Care and/or American Association for Respiratory Care

Preferred Experience:

A minimum of two (1) year post-graduate clinical experience in Respiratory Care procedures

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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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