Registered Respiratory Therapist III - Nights - Bayfront Hospital - St Petersburg

Position Summary A Brief Overview Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist III Site: Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital Location: St. Petersburg FL Shift: 3rd / Nights | Full-time | 3 12-hr shifts per week Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

What you will do Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care. Maintains accurate and precise documentation. Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise. Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.

Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Qualifications Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences.