Respiratory Therapist $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Respiratory Therapist Our Benefits + $10,000 Sign-On Bonus + Up to $10,000 student loan repayment + 401(k) with match, health, dental, vision, and life insurance + Paid time off PTO + Robust shift differentials What's In It For Me + Surround yourself with high-performing peers who "hire the best and keep the best," working as a cohesive unit to manage everything from complex septic shock and vent protocols to specialized neonatal workshops + Gain elite skills in high-acuity procedures many hospitals restrict—including intubation, arterial line insertion, and vent management + Lead the way with where you completely manage cardiology patients and make critical, high-stakes decisions alongside a physician team that respects your expertise + Experience the ultimate Florida lifestyle in sunny Naples, where you can balance your career with white-sand beaches, world-class dining, and premier shopping—plus endless outdoor recreation at local parks and the Gulf Shift + Full-time + Days & Nights Available + 3x12 hour shifts + Rotating Holidays & Weekends + Self-schedule additional days Locations +

Physicians Regional:

6101 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34119 + 177-bed Acute Care Hospital

• All private rooms with 24-hour ER, outpatient radiology, and full medical/surgical services + Elevate your career with therapist-driven protocols and clinical autonomy in a collaborative, tech-forward hospital + High-volume Robotic Surgery, Heart Center (Open Heart/Structural), Comprehensive Stroke, and Orthopedic/Spine excellence +

Physicians Regional:

8300 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL 34114 + 130-bed Acute Care Hospital

• modern, manageable and easy to navigate + Elevate your career with therapist-driven protocols and clinical autonomy in a collaborative, tech-forward hospital.
• Job Summary
• The Respiratory Therapist
• RRT is responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures, following physician orders.

This includes performing assessments, monitoring patient responses, and implementing treatment plans to promote effective respiratory care, disease prevention, and rehabilitation. The Respiratory Therapist ensures accurate documentation, maintains patient safety, and collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care. The Respiratory Therapist works under the direction of ordering physician/clinician as well as established organizational policies and procedures.

• Essential Functions
• + Administers advanced respiratory treatments, performs assessments, and monitors patient responses to ensure effective care.

+ Orients patient to treatment modality prior to procedure in order to facilitate patient's cooperation and successful completion of the treatment process. + Performs and documents Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) punctures accurately, reporting results promptly. + Assists physicians with bedside procedures as assigned. + Performs testing procedures, such as pulmonary testing procedures, as assigned. + Follows respiratory protocols, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulatory standards during all procedures. + Communicates effectively with peers, healthcare staff, physicians, and leadership, ensuring timely information flow and follow-up on patient care concerns. + Evaluates and maintains respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring proper functioning, cleanliness, and adherence to safety standards. + Accurately implements written or verbal physician orders, ensuring compliance with established respiratory care procedures. + Provides clear, legible, and thorough documentation of all respiratory treatments, assessments, and patient responses, maintaining compliance with policies. + Ensures proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and patient identification techniques to maintain safety and compliance with infection control standards. + Manages ventilator settings and airway maintenance, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety during respiratory support. + Demonstrates skill and judgment in emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions and collaborating with healthcare teams to stabilize patients. + Implements age-specific care considerations for oxygen therapy, tailoring treatment to meet patient needs across all populations. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Maintains regular and reliable attendance. + Complies with all policies and standards.

• Qualifications
• + 1-3 years of respiratory experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• + Proficient in administering pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic respiratory procedures.

+ Strong communication skills for effective interaction with healthcare teams, patients, and families. + Skilled in patient assessment, ventilator management, and airway maintenance. + Competent in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting. + Knowledge of regulatory standards, safety protocols, and infection control measures. + Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to regulatory standards.

• Licenses and Certifications
• + RRT
• Registered Respiratory Therapist required + BCLS
• Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required + ACLS
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support required + PALS
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support required + NRP
• Neonatal Resuscitation if working in the NICU Department required + STABLE
• Neonatal Certification if working in the NICU Department required
• State Specific Requirements
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Georgia:

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required. INDRESPTHEREqual Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.