Respiratory Therapist - RRT

St. Joseph's BayCare Hospital is currently in search of our newest Registered Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community.

We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.

Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.

Why BayCare?

St. Josephs Hospitals Foundation inspires the community to engage in philanthropic opportunities to invest in the unique brand of care found at St.

Josephs Hospitals. Community support for St. Josephs reflects the trust and reliance generations of patients have had with us, preserving our rich tradition of compassionate care while fueling innovation and medical excellence.

At St. Joseph's Hospital you will get to work with a highly motivated team of Advanced Care Practitioners who are leading members of the resuscitation team.

All therapists will rotate through various specialized areas such as : Cardiac Surgical Unit, Level II Trauma Center, Emergency Center which specializes in pediatrics and Level II trauma, and Pediatrics.

Dedicated department educator providing competencies monthly and generous pay-for-skills program where Therapists are paid annually for the various skills they achieve.

BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including :

Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable)

Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and additional yearly contribution

Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus

Community discounts and more

Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2023

The Registered Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities :

Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment.

Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight.

Perform diagnostic testing; and Emergency care / Adult critical care.

Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!

Certifications and Licensures Required :

RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)

Active NBRC Credential for RRT

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months

ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months

PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred

Reference summary for details - Preferred

Education Required :

Technical Respiratory Therapy

Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred

Experience Required :

6 Months Respiratory

Specific Skills Required :

Clinical skills appropriate to position

Computer skills appropriate to position

Collaborate and work with a team

Critical thinking skills

Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations

Facility :

BayCare Health System, Respiratory Care Services-SJH

Location : St Josephs Main and Childrens

Status : Full Time, Exempt : No

Shift Hours : 6 : 30pm-7 am

Shift : Shift 3

Shift 1 Days, 2 Evenings, 3 Nights, 4 Varies

Weekend Work : Every Other

On Call : No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled