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Registered Respiratory Therapist, Baptist Downtown

Baptist Health, Jacksonville, FL, United States


Job Summary

Baptist Health is seeking to add a Registered Respiratory Therapist to our Downtown location. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity.
At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
As a Respiratory Therapist, You Will Be Responsible For

Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders
Administering respiratory therapies
Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests
Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support
Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes
Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation
Education & Credential Requirements

Certificate Required
Associate Of Science Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Preferred or Licenced Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred
Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist Preferred
If you are interested in this full-time, day shift opportunity, please apply now or contact amanda.cervantes@bmcjax.com.
Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™-designated hospital, recognized as the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We proudly serve families throughout the region with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.
Location

Downtown - Main Building
800 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32207

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