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Job description
Reg Respiratory Therapist -
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.
Morton Plant Hospital is a major facility with these recognized units and services:
Open ‑ Heart Unit (CVICU): Managed through the Morgan Heart Hospital, this unit handles open ‑ heart surgeries and cardiovascular critical care. It's highly active, conducting over 500 open-heart surgeries annually.
Neuroscience/Neuro Unit: The Neurosciences Institute addresses complex neurological care (stroke, spine, neurovascular disorders)
MICU (Medical ICU): The hospital features a general Intensive Care Unit
NICU (Neonatal ICU): Level II NICU
ER / Emergency Department:
Position Details:
Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services
Location: Morton Plant Hospital
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 6:30AM - 7:00PM
Shift: Days
Weekend Work: Every Other
On Call: No
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including :
Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable)
Competitive pay and increased premium night shift differential
Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) and Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement Program
401k match and additional yearly contribution
Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus
Community discounts and more
Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2025
The Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.
Responsibilities Include:
Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment.
Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight.
Perform diagnostic testing; and Emergency care/Adult critical care
Certifications and Licensures Required:
RRT (Respiratory Therapy License)
Active NBRC Credential for RRT
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months
ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months
PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred
Education Required:
Technical Respiratory Therapy
Associate's Respiratory Therapy - Preferred
Experience Required:
6 Months Respiratory
Specific Skills Required:
NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred.
Clinical skills appropriate to position
Computer skills appropriate to position
Collaborate and work with a team
Critical thinking skills
Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations
Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work!
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
Worksite address
clearwater beach, FL, 33767, US
Who can apply
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