Respiratory Therapist

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist

Job Type: Contract

Shift: 3x12 Day/Night

Location: Pensacola, FL, 32504

Pay: $55/hr

Duration: 13 week contract with possibility of extensions

Job Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional respiratory care to patients across diverse clinical settings. Your expertise will support patients with breathing difficulties, ensuring optimal oxygenation and ventilation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in fast-paced environments such as intensive care units, emergency departments, pediatric units, and outpatient clinics. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will utilize your critical thinking skills and clinical knowledge to improve patient outcomes and promote respiratory health.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ respiratory status through vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and comprehensive physical examinations.
• Administer respiratory therapy treatments including nebulizers, aerosol medications, and oxygen therapy to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
• Manage and operate ventilators and other respiratory support equipment with precision and safety.
• Perform airway management procedures such as intubations, suctioning, and tracheostomy care in emergency and routine situations.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for patients with acute or chronic respiratory conditions.
• Monitor patient responses to treatments, adjusting interventions based on physiology knowledge and clinical judgment.
• Document all patient assessments, treatments, medication administration, and responses accurately in medical records in compliance with hospital policies.

Requirements

• Valid licensure or certification as a Respiratory Therapist from an accredited program.
• Proven experience in hospital medicine, critical care environments such as ICU or PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), emergency medicine, or Level I/II trauma centers.
• Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, pulmonology, and medical terminology relevant to respiratory therapy.
• Hands-on experience with ventilator management, airway management techniques, and acute care procedures.
• Ability to perform patient assessment effectively in inpatient and outpatient settings across diverse populations including pediatrics and geriatrics.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required; additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) are preferred.
• Familiarity with medication administration related to respiratory treatments and familiarity with hospital protocols for patient safety.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and educating patients about respiratory health. Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise makes a tangible difference in patients’ lives! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values your skills while offering opportunities for professional growth across various healthcare settings.

Requirements:

• RRT License
• BLS
• PALS

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program

Experience:

• Respiratory Therapist: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person