Registered Respiratory Therapist - Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health paid time off United States, Florida, Fort Myers Sep 24, 2026

Location:

Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers

FL 33912

Department:

Respiratory Care Work Type:

Full Time Shift:

Shift 3/6:45:00PM to 7:15:00AM Join Lee Health as a

Registered Respiratory Therapist:

A Place Where You Matter Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist who thrives on delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative, team-oriented environment? At Lee Health, we welcome you to a culture where you'll feel valued, respected, and supported. Gulf Coast Medical Center Respiratory Therapist Overview 699-bed acute care hospital located in Fort Myers, serving as a major healthcare hub in Southwest Florida.

Provides advanced care in:

Trauma and emergency medicine

Stroke care

Oncology

Cardiology

Orthopedics

Surgery

Recognized as:

An accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center

The regions only Level II Trauma Center

Highly rated by CMS and The Leapfrog Group

Respiratory/Pulmonary Care is integrated into critical and acute care services, supporting patients from emergency treatment through rehabilitation and education. Registered Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities Deliver respiratory care to patients of all age groups.

Perform therapeutic, diagnostic, and mechanical respiratory procedures.

Administers:

Oxygen therapy

Therapeutic respiratory treatments

Arterial blood gas (ABG) draws and analysis

Ventilator management

Airway management

Manage respiratory support from emergency ventilation through recovery.

Perform all procedures according to established hospital and departmental policies.

Maintain demonstrated competency and proficiency for all assigned respiratory care modalities.

What We Offer You:

Up to $25,500 in Hiring Incentives(if eligible)

Exceptional Benefits medical, dental, and vision coverage

Well-Being Support holistic health resources and mental wellness programs

Professional Development earn a 6% pay increase upon completing ACCS certification.

Retirement Match up to 5%

Public Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) eligibility

GenerousPaid Time Offand flexible scheduling options Laurel Bush - Recruiter I look forward to speaking with you! (315)389-5457 or laurel.bush@leehealth.org or self schedule on my calendar at: https://olivia.paradox.ai/in/

LeeHealth/LaurelBush Requirements Education:

Associate degree required. Bachelors degree required to perform the duties of a Technical Consultant.

Experience:

No experience required. graduates of accredited COARC Respiratory Therapy program accepted.

Certification:

Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as an

RRT. BLS

required. ACLS, PALS, and NRP required as appropriate to population served and/or specialty.

License:

Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist license required.

US:

FL:

Fort Myers