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Tampa General Hospital

Respiratory Therapist - Womens and Childrens Services

Job Description

Respiratory Therapist - Women's and Children's Services - ( 260002ZA ) Description Neonatal Pediatric Respiratory Therapist will provide advanced respiratory care for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients within Women's and Children's services. Responsible for delivering high‑acuity clinical support, managing specialized respiratory equipment, and collaboration with physicians and nursing teams to ensure safe, evidence‑based care. The role requires technical proficiency, sound clinical judgment, and a strong commitment to patient and family education. Essential Functions Deliver and assess respiratory therapies for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients using independent clinical judgment. Manage ventilators and specialty devices in NICU, PICU, and adult med‑surg areas, ensuring competency within required timelines. Participate in high‑risk deliveries, neonatal resuscitation, rapid response, and code teams. Perform arterial, capillary, and line‑based blood gas sampling and analysis per policy. Document all care accurately in the EMR and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Clean, assemble, and conduct safety checks on respiratory therapy equipment, including neonatal transport systems. Educate patients, families, and clinical staff on respiratory therapies, equipment, and care processes. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support care planning, patient stabilization, and transfers. Participate in department improvement initiatives, competency programs, and continuing education. Have questions before you apply? Book time to chat with the Talent Consultant using the link below. Book time with
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Respiratory Therapist Interest Qualifications Associate Degree Registered Respiratory Therapist from FL DOH Certifications Required Advanced Certification (ACCS or NPS) OR Bachelors Degree Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Primary Location :
Tampa Work Locations :
TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601 Eligible for
Remote Work :
On Site Job :
Respiratory Organization :
Florida Health Sciences Center Tampa General Hospital Schedule :
Full-time Shift :
Night Job Job Type :
On Site Shift Hours :
7pm - 7am
Job Posting :
Sep 5, 2026, 2:45:18 PM

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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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