Respiratory Therapist II | UF Health Jacksonville | Nights and Days | Full Time

Overview

Respiratory Therapist II - UF Health Jacksonville

Full-Time Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts | 7:00 PM- 7:00 AM

Full 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 night-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.

We are hiring full time night shift and day shift

Why join UF Health Jacksonville?

• Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on your first day of employment
• Paid personal leave for vacation, illness and personal time
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match after meeting eligibility requirements
• Tuition assistance to support continued education, certifications, and career growth
• Employee wellness and support programs

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.

Required Education: Completion of an AMA approved School of Respiratory Therapy.

Preferred Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

Necessary Skills:

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

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