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Resp Therapist (Adult) | Full Time 3/12s | Resp. Care | Gainesville

UF Health

#CPR #Patient Care #Respiratory Therapy #Intubation #Life Support #Registered Respiratory Therapist #Florida Licensure #Mechanical Ventilation

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapist provides direct patient care and life support for individuals with cardiopulmonary abnormalities. Key duties include managing mechanical ventilation, assisting with intubations, and educating patients on disease management.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited associate's degree respiratory program. A valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in the State of Florida is required.

associate degreePatient EducationRespiratory CareDisease ManagementIntubationEmergency CareMechanical VentilationCardiopulmonary ResuscitationPhysiological Monitoring

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Services Medical Director and Department Director, the Respiratory Therapist performs direct patient care to patients in all aspects of respiratory care according to the physician�s orders/approved protocols, with consideration given to the age of the patient. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in the cardiopulmonary system. The clinical work includes: � Setting up and managing mechanical ventilation. � Emergency care. � Assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubations. � Monitoring physiological responses to therapy. � Educating patients and their families about their conditions. � Teaching appropriate disease management techniques.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Graduate of accredited associate's degree respiratory program.
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Designation:
Employees in this position:
Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose
NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job. Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist in the State of Florida.