Respiratory Therapist III 10K Sign on Bonus

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Night Shift

•  $3,000 Relocation Bonus

• Benefits from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• *Terms: 24-month Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation

• Sign-on Eligibility:

• Applicable experience required.

Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible

Relocation Eligibility:

Must live 50 miles outside of campus address.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Nights

Location: AdventHealth Waterman 

The community you’ll be caring for: 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares, Florida 32778

The role you’ll contribute:

The Respiratory Therapist III provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Takes responsibility as Lead Therapist covering in a supervisory capacity in the absence of a Lead Therapist.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Supervises the delivery of Respiratory Care in accordance with applicable policy and procedure.
• Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Recommends change in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within the confines of established protocols.
• Serves as resource to staff. Trains and instructs Respiratory and other staff. Helps to supervise student preceptorship program.
• Maintains a supportive atmosphere conducive to quality care, department growth, staff development and high morale.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Minimum qualifications:

• Must have a minimum 4 years of relevant experience as an RRT

• Must be a graduate of an approved respiratory care program; Associate’s degree or equivalent is required.

• Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Current BLS / ACLS / PALS (RQI upon hire)
• Must have a valid Florida license issued by the Agency for Healthcare Administration of Florida.

Preferred qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must demonstrate exceptional clinical skills with potential leadership qualities.
• NRP certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• S.T.A.B.L.E