Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT RRT

Overview

Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. We are seeking a Lead Respiratory Therapist CRT RRT for our team at HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital.

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

The Lead Respiratory Therapist coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care in accordance with the department requirements and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. As a vital part of the patient care team, the Lead Respiratory Therapist performs a variety of diagnostic tests and therapeutic procedures and monitors patients receiving invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.

We are seeking an ambitious Lead Respiratory Therapist to help us reach our goals. You will evaluate the respiratory needs of your patients and develop and implement the Respiratory Care Plan. Take the next step in your career.

• Apply and operate acute care ventilators used for continuous short- and long-term mechanical ventilation.
• Be self-directed in the absence of the full-time Team Leader.
• Maintain all department and hospital records and enter accurate information into the hospital computer for therapy as given.
• Perform procedures with care and empathy for patients.

• Completion of a two-year AMA-approved respiratory care program (Associate’s Degree or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Graduate of a respiratory care program accredited by CoARC.
• Minimum 3 years of Respiratory Therapy experience; critical care and intubation experience preferred.
• Current Florida Certified (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) licensure
• American Heart Association BLS health care provider required. ACLS, PALS and NRP within 6 months of hire.
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving equipment.
• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 6 months of employment start date
• Associate Degree or higher
• (CRT-State) Certified Respiratory Therapist, or (RRT/RCP-State) Respiratory Therapist/Practitioner

HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital is a 350-bed facility offering a range of services. Oak Hill Hospital is proud to be a Primary Stroke Center certified by The Joint Commission. We are located on Florida's Nature Coast in a community that is great for raising a family. We are dedicated to excellence and to supporting a team of talented colleagues.

HCA Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.