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Job description
Tampa General Hospital is seeking a per diem / prn Respiratory Therapist for a per diem / prn job in Brooksville, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Respiratory Therapist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
Up to 40.00 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Per Diem
Responsible for the administration of pharmacological, diagnostic, and therapeutic agents related to respiratory care procedures necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, pulmonary rehabilitative, or diagnostic regime prescribed by a physician. The transcription and implementation of the written or verbal orders of a physician pertaining to the practice of respiratory care. Proper assessment, observation and monitoring of signs and symptoms, general behavior, and general physical response to respiratory care treatments and diagnostic testing. Recommend and implement appropriate respiratory care procedures and protocols based on observed abnormalities. Implement changes in treatment pursuant to the written or verbal orders of a physician. The ability to assess and initiate emergency procedures. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery to achieve desired patient outcomes. Performs all other duties required.
Essential Functions
Makes informed care decisions based on assessments.
Communicates effectively with coworkers, hospital staff, physicians, and administration.
Adapts positively to change and resolves issues using appropriate channels.
Collaborates with the team and supports group decisions.
Provides timely, relevant information to supervisors and documents accurately.
Maintains a clean, safe environment and correctly uses personal protective equipment.
Participates in daily Patient Safety Huddles and follows patient safety protocols.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills across all age groups and seeks guidance when needed.
Performs and reports Arterial Blood Gas procedures accurately and on time.
Follows respiratory protocols and maintains competency with ventilation equipment.
Administers medications safely, following policies, and documents appropriately.
Cleans and sterilizes respiratory equipment and sets up treatments per physician orders.
Monitors mechanical ventilation and environmental systems
Demonstrates strong judgment in crisis management and emergency care.
Actively contributes to process improvements and performs additional duties as needed
Education
Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy
License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State
Registered Respiratory Therapist or Certified Respiratory Therapist
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Life Support (ACLS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
Pediatric Life Support (PALS)- American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Work Experience
2 years of Respiratory Therapy experience required
Tampa General Hospital Job ID # MJ. Posted job title: PRN Respiratory Therapist 2
About Tampa General Hospital
Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.
Benefits
Medical benefits
Pet insurance
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Health savings account
Health Care FSA
Life insurance
Employee assistance programs
Worksite address
brooksville, FL, 34605, US
Who can apply
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