Respiratory Therapist RRT

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT you
want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to
join HCA Florida Northside Hospital which is part of the nation’s leading
provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Position Eligible for $10K Sign On Bonus (restrictions apply)

Benefits

HCA Florida Northside Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports
the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans
and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as
a(an) Respiratory Therapist RRT where your passion for creating positive
patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-
being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge
and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-
centered respiratory care in accordance with the nature and specific
requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of
practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient
care team, the Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests
and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and
noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
What you will do in this role:
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• You will perform and document patient assessment, including breath sounds, airway patency, and cuff pressure. You will conduct diagnostic procedures to evaluate the need for, and response to, respiratory therapy.

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• You will administer respiratory care therapies, including oxygen delivery, aerosol medication delivery, and chest physiotherapy.

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• You will assist with placement of artificial airways. You will initiate, monitor, and maintain mechanical ventilation.

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• You will monitor patient for therapeutic response. You will notify provider and intervene as appropriate in the event of an unintended response.

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• You will assist with transportation of ventilator-dependent patients.

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• You will respond to emergent patient situations and ensure airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation as required.

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# What qualifications you will need:

* Associate Degree

• Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist licensure
• RRT/Respiratory Care Practitioner (RRT / RCP), or State Registered Respiratory Therapist
• American Heart Association BLS health care provider required.
• ACLS, PALS and NRP within 30 days of hire.
• Graduate of Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving equipment.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills

Northside Hospital is a 280+ bed facility offering state-of-the-art treatment.
We are located in the heart of South Pinellas County. We’re minutes from the
pristine Gulf Coast beaches and downtown St. Petersburg, FL. Our facility
offers a full range of services. These include interventional stroke care, and
spine care. These also include orthopedics, 24-hour emergency services,
cardiac care and general surgery. We are the first nationally recognized
Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County. Northside Hospital is proud of
our recognition as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are an
American College of Radiology Accredited facility. We are a Top Performer on
Key Quality Measures. The Tampa Bay Heart Institute at Northside Hospital is a
comprehensive cardiac care center. Our heart program is widely known for
introducing new procedures. The team at Northside Hospital continues to expand
its services. We strive to give the St. Petersburg community a healthier
tomorrow.
HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by
Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA
Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of
charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
> “Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.”- Dr. Thomas Frist,
> Sr.
> HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal
growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Therapist RRT opening.
We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be
contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability
status.
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