The certified respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases across all age groups from newborns to geriatrics
Job Summary
The certified respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases across all age groups from newborns to geriatrics.
Therapists provide invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilator support for acute respiratory failure while performing diagnostic test procedures.
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer focused on clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation.
Matching Summary
The certified respiratory therapist assesses, treats, and monitors patients with respiratory diseases across all age groups from newborns to geriatrics.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
deliver medicated and non-medicated therapy
operate mechanical ventilator support
perform arterial puncture procedures
conduct diagnostic test procedures
administer oxygen and gas therapies
Nice-to-have
assist with quality improvement projects
support departmental operations
work in critical situations
demonstrate teamwork and innovation
Key Requirements
Certificate or diploma in respiratory care
Current and valid KBRC license
Certified Respiratory Therapist by NBRC
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certification within first year