Registered Respiratory Therapist, Baptist

About Baptist Health 
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital. 

*Eligible for up to $5,000 Sign on bonus and Relocation Assistance if hired*

Baptist Health is seeking to add a Registered Respiratory Therapist to our Downtown location. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity.

At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

As a Respiratory Therapist, you will be responsible for:

• Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders

• Administering respiratory therapies

• Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests

• Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support

• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes

• Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation

Education & Credential Requirements: 

Certificate Required

Associate of Science Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Preferred Or
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Preferred Or
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred Or
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred Or
Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required
Florida Licensed Respiratory Therapist Preferred

If you are interested in this full-time, day shift opportunity, please apply now or contact amanda.cervantes@bmcjax.com.

Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™-designated hospital, recognized as the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We proudly serve families throughout the region with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.

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