What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Department, Baptist Silverleaf position at Baptist Health?
Job Summary
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Job Responsibilities:
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:
Associate of Science Required
Bachelor of Arts/Science (BA/BS) Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Preferred
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Required
Experience
- Respiratory Therapy Experience
- Experience in Neonatal
- Experience in Pediatrics
License and Certification
- Licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - DOH
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NBRC
- Driver's License - DMV
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - AAP
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA
Location
Silverleaf - MOB
8595 St Johns Parkway
St. Augustine, , 32092
About Baptist Health
Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.