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Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 for their Crystal River location, responsible for administering respiratory care treatments under physician orders. The position requires a minimum of two years of experience and specific certifications, while offering a structured work environment focused on patient safety and collaboration.
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Job Summary
The role involves administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents to implement physician-prescribed treatment regimes.
Candidates must be able to assess and initiate emergency procedures while collaborating with other professional disciplines for effective patient care.
The position requires performing Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and maintaining competency with ventilation equipment.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Therapist 2 for their Crystal River location, responsible for administering respiratory care treatments under physician orders. The position requires a minimum of two years of experience and specific certifications, while offering a structured work environment focused on patient safety and collaboration.
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Salary
Minimum: $29.74 per hour
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer pharmacological and therapeutic agents
Assess and monitor patient respiratory status
Perform Arterial Blood Gas procedures
Operate mechanical ventilation equipment
Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams
Nice-to-have
Strong judgment in crisis management
Adapts positively to change
Contributes to process improvements
Effective interpersonal skills across age groups
Key Requirements
Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Florida or Compact State License
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification