RRT Respiratory Therapist Full-Time

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist

$10,000 Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Robust Benefits Package

Shift:

• Day and night shifts are available.

• 12 hour shifts/ 36 hours per week.

• Rotating weekends and holidays.

• Floats between Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda locations.

At ShorePoint Health, we've cultivated an environment that nurtures professional development, promotes a sense of ownership, and naturally empowers every member of the team to align their professional purpose with our fundamental mission. We recognize the power to deliver the highest quality healthcare for the members of our community lies in the hands of every unique employee that makes up our caregiving family. Most importantly, we know our best investment is in you. As such, you'll work alongside other healthcare professionals that personify our core values; where opportunities to learn, teach, and lead overpour in abundance. If you are driven by creating a meaningful difference, don't witness it from the sidelines. Join us at ShorePoint Health, where we expect nothing less.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in Respiratory Therapy required.

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.

• Successful completion of BLS and ACLS required within the first 7 days of hire date.

• PALS required within the first 30 days from hire date (all American Heart Association or American Red Cross).

• Port Charlotte; NRP within the first 6 months from hire date.

• Florida Respiratory Therapy License required.

About the Job:

The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for direct/indirect patient care in ECC, Cardiac and Med/Surg floors and other areas as assigned. Promotes and maintains patient care through the implementation of physician's orders and department protocols; assisting with special procedures, ventilator management, performing arterial cannulation, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse and Physician are informed of all patient care issues/problems in a timely manner.

• The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for direct/indirect patient care in ECC, Cardiac and Med/Surg floors and other areas as assigned.

• Promotes and maintains patient care through the implementation of physician's orders and department protocols; assisting with special procedures, ventilator management, performing arterial cannulation,