Ther Respiratory II

Respiratory Therapist II – UF Health JacksonvilleFull-Time Day Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Bring your respiratory therapy expertise to UF Health Jacksonville and join a collaborative team providing high-quality care to patients with a variety of cardiopulmonary needs. This full-time day-shift opportunity offers 12-hour shifts and the chance to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary care team.

Under general supervision, administers respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities. The Respiratory Therapist II acts as lead therapist when assigned and performs all other duties as requested by management in accordance with established policies and procedures within the job specification.

UF Health Jacksonville? Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on your first day of employmentPaid personal leave for vacation, illness and personal time401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match after meeting eligibility requirementsTuition assistance to support continued education, certifications, and career growthEmployee wellness and support programs QualificationsAge of Patients Served:All Age Groups.

Required

Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy. Preferred

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy . Necessary

1. Ability to administer respiratory care and life support to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies and abnormalities.2. Ability to act as lead therapist when assigned for all areas 3.

When acting as a lead therapist, be able to provide NICU patient care (i.e., ventilator and Oxygen assessment)Required Licensure/Certifications:- Current State licensure as a Registered Respiratory Therapist form the Department of Health and State of Florida;- Current BLS certification. Required

Less than one (1) year - Critical care for ventilator management. Preferred

Three (3) or more years previous Respiratory Therapist experience in a major health care facility.