Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Job overview

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) at HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital in Sanford, FL. This is an onsite, full-time position with a salary that is not specified. HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital is a 221-bed acute care hospital. The Respiratory Therapist plays an essential role in guiding patients through routine care and critical moments. This role performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, manages invasive and noninvasive ventilation, and supports patients and the care team.

What you'll do

• Assess respiratory status by performing focused exams, interpreting breath sounds and airway patency, and determining the need for respiratory interventions. Deliver evidence-based therapy by providing oxygen support, aerosolized medications, airway clearance techniques, and other treatments across emergency, critical care, and acute settings. Manage ventilation and airways by assisting with artificial airway placement, initiating and adjusting invasive and noninvasive ventilation, monitoring patient responses, and responding quickly to clinical changes or emergencies. Support patients and the care team by educating patients and families, serving as a clinical resource, partnering with physicians and nurses, and helping stabilize newborns during deliveries when needed. Maintain equipment and safety by setting up, operating, and cleaning respiratory equipment
• ensuring readiness and preventive maintenance
• transporting ventilated patients safely
• and following all infection-prevention standards.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate Degree

Experience

Associate Degree

Skills & competencies

respiratory therapist

rrt

therapy & rehabilitation

hca florida lake monroe hospital

sanford fl

full-time

hospital

healthcare

medical

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

About the employer

HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.