At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.
Position Details:
Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care ServicesLocation: Morton Plant HospitalStatus: Full Time, Exempt: NoShift Hours: 6:30AM - 7:00PMShift: DaysWeekend Work: Every OtherOn Call: NoThe Registered Respiratory Therapist Sr is a clinical professional who utilizes the department's scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team.
The Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other health care providers, or the board and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment
Morton Plant Hospital is a major facility with these recognized units and services:
Open‑Heart Unit (CVICU): Managed through the Morgan Heart Hospital, this unit handles open‑heart surgeries and cardiovascular critical care. It's highly active, conducting over 500 open-heart surgeries annually.Neuroscience/Neuro Unit: The Neurosciences Institute addresses complex neurological care (stroke, spine, neurovascular disorders) MICU (Medical ICU): The hospital features a general Intensive Care UnitNICU (Neonatal ICU): Level II NICU ER / Emergency Department:
Certifications and Licensures Required:
• RRT (Respiratory Therapy)
• Active NBRC Credential for RRT
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Cardiovascular) within 6 months
• PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred
Education Required:
• Technical Respiratory Therapy
• Associate's Respiratory Therapy- Preferred
Experience Required:
• 2 years of Acute Care
Specific Skills Required:
• Collaborate and work with a team
• Computer skills appropriate to position
• Delegation skills
• Educator skills
• Organizational skills