Respiratory Therapist

Responsibilities

Alan B. Miller Medical Center 

A neighborhood hospital with medical center excellence!  The new state-of-the-art hospital will join UHS’ growing regional network of healthcare operations which includes Wellington Regional Medical Center, the ER at Westlake (an extension of Wellington Regional Medical Center), Wellington Physicians Urgent Care and other healthcare services and access points.  The Alan B. Miller Medical Center will feature 150 private patient rooms, a medical office building and a helistop. Upon completion of the initial phase of the project, the hospital campus will include 365,000 square feet of hospital and medical office space. The new Medical Center will offer comprehensive medical services including Emergency Care, Orthopedics and Surgical Services, Oncology, Cardiovascular and Neurosurgical services. In addition, the campus will be home to medical office buildings that will provide outpatient services.

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Per Diem

Fulfills the needs of the patients, families, and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment. Ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable during assigned shift.

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Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

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Qualifications

Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Job Requirements:

Education Requirements:  

• Graduation from an approved two-year respiratory therapist program. 

Experience:

• A minimum of 1-year full time experience as a Certified Respiratory Therapist in an acute care setting.

Skills:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.
• Basic computer skills and customer service skills required. 
• Must be able to identify and competently address the needs of the population served. 

License / Certification:

• Licensed by the State of Florida.
• Licensed as a RRT Registered Respiratory Therapist and certified by NBRC. 
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP required. 

Travel Requirements: 

N/A

Role and Responsibilities

Fulfills the needs of the patients, families, and community by performing a variety of routine and intensive therapy, diagnostic procedures, and patient assessments in accordance with his/her licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. Maintains and stocks respiratory equipment. Ensures ventilator and life support equipment are operable during assigned shift.

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