Respiratory Therapist III Nights

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift : Nights

Location: Fish Memorial Hospital and Deltona ER

1055 SAXON BOULEVARD, ORANGE CITY 32763

The role you'll contribute:

2/28/22 The Respiratory Therapist III provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Takes responsibility as Lead Therapist covering in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a Lead Therapist. Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policy and procedure. Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols.

• Monitors, instructs and coaches patient before, during and after treatment delivery. Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects. Adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria. Makes and/or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work and other data relevant to optimal patient progress.

• Serves as resource to staff. Trains and instructs cardiopulmonary and other staff. Helps to s

• Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation. Determines or guides the determination of ventilator mode and settings. Reevaluates patient/ventilator interface a minimum of every four hours. Responds to alarms and otherwise troubleshoots as needed. Establishes weaning readiness and facilitates weaning process. Adjusts ventilator in accordance with patient progress.

• Draws and analyzes arterial blood gases which may include Lactic Acid. Places arterial lines. Makes or recommends changes in respiratory management according to blood gas results.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Must have a minimum 3 years of hospital experience as RRT or > 8 years of experience as CRT and at least 1 year of critical care.

• Must be a graduate of an approved respiratory care program; Associates degree or equivalent is required.

• _ EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:_

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.

• Must demonstrate exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Must be registered (RRT) or certified (CRT) prior to 2000 by the National Board for Respiratory Care.

• Current BLS certification is required

• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

• PALS and/or NRP must be obtained within 90 days of employment if required by the incumbent's EFR primary hospital.

• Must have a valid Florida license issued by the Agency for Healthcare Administration of Florida.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

• S.T.A.B.L.E

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: AdventHealth Fish Memorial

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 24009124

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.