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Baptist Health is looking for Certified Respiratory Therapists to join our team! The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders; initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment. Allow us to personally match you to the location and team that best aligns with your experience, values, and goals.
Location Included: Shelby Hospital Why choose Baptist Health: ✅ Benefits That Start Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance✅ 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan✅ Compassionate Leadership✅ Up to 5 Weeks PTO✅ Paid Parental Leave & Family Care Support✅ Life Insurance & Extended Leave Plan✅ Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per year Baptist Health is now part of Orlando Health, bringing in a new day in healthcare! Responsibilities
Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, physiologic monitors, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care. Maintains accurate and precise documentation. Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
Communicates openly and effectively with all members ofthe healthcare team. Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determinations. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Qualifications Education/Training Associate degree from an approved Respiratory Care program. (If licensed prior to December 31, 2008, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted.) Licensure/Certification Certified by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site. Preferred : Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Experience None
Variable shift
About the role
The Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders; initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.