Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day Shift

Description:Acute care hospital setting requiring critical thinking skills and primary knowledge of adult respiratory disease processes and respiratory therapy treatment applications. Knowledge of Adult mechanical ventilation principles and current practice guidelines. Willing to work in all areas of RT including Emergency room, Adult Critical care, Busy Bronch lab, and Blood Gas Analysis

This is a Full Time Day Shift position

$20K Sign On Bonus

Position Purpose

As an RRT, you will work in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or practice environment. An RRT helps patients who are having trouble breathing.

What you will do:

Coordinate and oversee Bronch Service line procedures including Bronchoscopy, Ebus and use of DaVinci robotic navigational equipment.Staff training and competency for BronchPolicy review and upkeep. Oversight of scope cleaning and cleaning competencyOversight of the ordering of bronch area supplies.Performs floor care therapies and oxygen administration following proper policy and procedure.Performs floor care therapies and oxygen in an acute care setting.Performs or assists with endotracheal intubation as indicated in a safe mannerPerforms endotracheal extubation as indicated in a safe manner.Maintains clinical competency for mechanical ventilation in adult critical care units.Able to perform arterial blood gas draws in a safe and effective manner from radial, brachial and femoral arteries.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care program required.Work experience in all aspects of respiratory care preferred.Competency in blood gas laboratory, maintenance, PFT and bronchoscopy assistance a plus.Registration by the NBRC as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.Current State of Florida License as a Registered Respiratory Therapist from the Department of Health.BLS certification required. ACLS required

Position Highlights and Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistanceWe serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communitiesWe live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Ministry/Facility Information

Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.We are the only not-for-profit Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually.Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of workRetirement savings program with employer matching

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.