Respiratory Therapist, StaffFlex contract
Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting — no sign-up to start.
At a glance
Requirements
Credentials this posting asks for.
Job overview
AdventHealth is hiring a Respiratory Therapist, StaffFlex contract. AdventHealth seeks a Respiratory Therapist for a 13‑week StaffFlex contract working night shifts at the Waterman facility in Tavares, Florida. The role provides full‑time hours, $54.74 hourly pay, and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403‑B retirement, paid parental leave, and professional development resources.
Key focus areas include Deliver routine respiratory treatments and continuous therapy such as aerosol, lung expansion, oxygen, and bronchial hygiene., Monitor, instruct, and coach patients before, during, and after treatment delivery and adjust therapies per protocol., and Reevaluate patient‑ventilator interface every four hours, respond to alarms, and troubleshoot as needed..
Important skills include Patient Care Skills. Preferred (not required): Intubations And Airway Management, Ventilator Management, and Arterial Line Placements.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
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.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
-
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
-
Paid Time Off from Day One
-
403-B Retirement Plan
-
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
-
Career Development
-
Whole Person Well-being Resources
-
Mental Health Resources and Support
-
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Address:
1000 WATERMAN WAY
City:
TAVARES
State:
Florida
Postal Code:
32778
Job Description:
StaffFlex contract, 13 weeks
$54.74
Full-Time, Nights, 7p-7a
Open availability
Recent Respiratory Therapist experience required
Delivers routine respiratory treatments and continuous respiratory therapy including aerosol therapy, lung expansion therapy, oxygen therapy, and bronchial hygiene. Monitors, instructs, and coaches patients before, during, and after treatment delivery. Prevents and/or resolves untoward side effects and adjusts therapies according to protocol and documented clinical criteria. Reevaluates patient/ventilator interface a minimum of every four hours, responds to alarms, and troubleshoots as needed. Establishes weaning readiness and facilitates the weaning process, adjusting ventilator settings in accordance with patient progress. Draws and analyzes arterial and capillary blood gases, places arterial lines, and makes or recommends changes in respiratory management according to blood gas results. Other duties as assigned. Recommends changes in respiratory plan of care according to documented medical necessity and within established protocols. Ensures the effectiveness of therapist assessment and reassessment by monitoring patient progress. Makes and/or recommends changes based on pulse oximetry, peak flow measurement, chest x-ray, lab work, and other data relevant to optimal patient progress. Initiates and maintains mechanical ventilation, determining or guiding the determination of ventilator mode and settings.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-
Patient care skills to care for neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populations are required. [Required]
-
Intubations and airway management for all population served [Preferred]
-
Ventilator management for all populations served [Preferred]
-
Arterial line placements [Preferred] Education:
-
Associate [Required]
-
High School Grad or Equiv [Required] Field of Study:
-
Must be a graduate of an approved respiratory care program Work Experience:
-
1+ critical care experience [Preferred] Additional Information:
-
N/A Licenses and Certifications:
-
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
-
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
-
State Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required] OR NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) [Required]
-
State Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Required] OR NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Required]
-
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) [Preferred]
-
Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) [Preferred] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem
Pay Range:
$15.00 - $130.00 Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.