Respiratory Therapist (adult) - Graduating Students

UF Health Gainesville, Florida, US

About the Role

Overview:

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Services Medical Director and Department Director, the Respiratory Therapist performs direct patient care to patients in all aspects of respiratory care according to the physician’s orders/approved protocols, with consideration given to the age of the patient. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in the cardiopulmonary system. The clinical work includes: Setting up and managing mechanical ventilation. Emergency care. Assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubations. Monitoring physiological responses to therapy. Educating patients and their families about their conditions. Teaching appropriate disease management techniques.

$20,000 sign on bonus for Respiratory Therapists with less than one year experience $30,000 sign on bonus for Respiratory Therapists with more than one year experience

Responsibilities

  • Administers respiratory care per physician orders
  • Manages mechanical ventilation
  • Monitors patient responses to therapy

Qualifications

  • Graduating student
  • Certification as Respiratory Therapist preferred
  • Strong patient education skills

Benefits

Sign-on bonus
Competitive benefits

Required Skills

Ventilation management Emergency care CPR and intubation support Patient and family education Disease management instruction

Keywords

Respiratory Therapist adult care cardiopulmonary ventilation ICU

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