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VITAS Healthcare

Respiratory Therapist Homecare

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/09/2026

Location: 8 locations (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

A Respiratory Therapist assists patients who have trouble breathing because of a chronic respiratory illness, trauma, or other conditions. Administers tests to diagnose breathing problems, performs treatments to help patients breathe easier, or sets up breathing equipment such as ventilators. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare workers, and may also assist in providing emergency care to patients suffering from heart attacks, drowning, or shock. Works in hospitals; may also provide care and counseling to patients in their homes.

$61,904 / year median in Florida

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Respiratory Therapist will provide respiratory services to VITAS patients so that the quality of life might be enhanced. Assesses the respiratory status of patients admitted into the VITAS program as directed by the interdisciplinary team. Evaluates the effectiveness of the present respiratory regimen. Provides input into the interdisciplinary plan of care to promote optimal respiratory function related to the patient's potential. Instructs patients and caregivers in appropriate respiratory care procedures and techniques. Participates as needed in the care process and as directed by the interdisciplinary team. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner and provides educational programs for VITAS staff members.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates must have a minimum two years experience as a Respiratory Therapist.

RRT:

Acute care and home care field experience required.

CRTT:

minimum two years experience with at least one year acute care and one year home care field experience. Experience with respiratory-related home care equipment, compressed medical gases, concentrators and liquid oxygen.

EDUCATION

Graduate of an approved program to train Respiratory Therapists. N.B.R.C. (National Board for Respiratory Care) credentialed (CRTT minimum; RRT preferred). Current State License for Respiratory Care Practitioner, if applicable.

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