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Respiratory Care Practitioner I
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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
Job Description
General Summary:
Provides patient-centered respiratory care by assessing patients, developing care plans and administering prescribed respiratory therapies. Operates and monitors respiratory equipment, including invasive and noninvasive ventilators, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, Respiratory Care or a related field. Graduate of a Registered Respiratory Therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential must be obtained within one year of hire if not already held. Current Florida Respiratory Care Practitioner license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification must be obtained within one year of hire when applicable. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and STABLE certifications must be obtained within one year of hire when assigned to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). New graduates are encouraged to apply.Preferred Qualifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential at the time of application. Experience in a Level II or higher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), pediatric critical care or pediatric emergency care setting.Salary Range:
Minimum 30.64/hour - Maximum 49.02/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance