Respiratory Therapist FT Position Available In Volusia, Florida

Respiratory Therapist FT
Deland, FL
AdventHealth DeLand

Job Schedule:

Full-time

Pay Range:

$26.07 – $48.5 per hour

Job ID:

25018981

Job Family:

Respiratory Services

Shift:

3 – Night
Facilities
Benefits
Hiring Process
Here, we’re committed to providing exceptional whole-person care for our patients. To us, that means ensuring that each patient’s healing experience is characterized by respect, kindness and hope.
We’re also committed to providing exceptional care. That’s why we offer the highest level of medical care, including a Center for Digestive and Pulmonary Health, an Orthopedic Center of Excellence and an outstanding Cardiology Unit.
Our dedication to caring for each other inspires us to take an active part in supporting and maintaining our community’s quality of life. As part of AdventHealth’s East Florida Region, we have collectively contributed nearly $120 million in benefits to the underprivileged, the community’s overall health, wellness, and spiritual needs and community improvements.
When you’re ready to take the next step in your career to provide lifesaving care, learn more about the open positions at our hospital in Volusia County.
Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One
Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift :

Nights
The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Waterman – 701 W

PLYMOUTH

AVE, Deland, 32720
The role you’ll contribute:
The Respiratory Therapist III provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Takes responsibility as Lead Therapist covering in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a Lead Therapist. Adheres to the Corporate Compliance Plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
Supervises the delivery of cardiopulmonary care in accordance with applicable policy and procedure. Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols.
Monitors, instructs and coaches patients before, during and after treatment delivery. Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects.

Adjust therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria. Makes and/or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work and other data relevant to optimal patient progress.
Serves as resources to staff. Trains and instructs cardiopulmonary and other staff. Helps to supervise student preceptorship program. May serve as BLS, ACLS, PALS and/or NRP instructor.
Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development and high morale.
Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation. Determines or guides the determination of ventilator mode and settings. Reevaluates patient/ventilator interface a minimum of every four hours. Responds to alarms and otherwise troubleshoots as needed. Establishes weaning readiness and facilitates the weaning process. Adjusts ventilator in accordance with patient progress.
The expertise and experience you’ll need to succeed:
Minimum qualifications :
Must have a minimum of 3 years of hospital experience as RRT or > 8 years of experience as CRT and at least 1 year of critical care.
Must be a graduate of an approved respiratory care program; Associate degree or equivalent is required.
Must be registered (RRT) or certified (CRT) prior to 2000 by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
Current BLS certification is required.
ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
PALS and/or NRP must be obtained within 90 days of employment if required by the incumbent’s EFR primary hospital.
Must have a valid Florida license issued by the Agency for Healthcare Administration of Florida.
Preferred qualification:
Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Must demonstrate exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities.

S.T.A.B.L.E

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category:

Respiratory Services

Organization:

AdventHealth DeLand

Schedule:

Full-time

Shift:

3 – Night

Req ID:

25018981