Registered Respiratory Therapist
Compensation
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Job Description
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies to determine appropriate treatment types and frequencies, developing individualized respiratory care plans based on clinical diagnoses.
Administer advanced respiratory modalities, manage therapeutic equipment, and implement prescribed patient care plans while continuously monitoring clinical progress.
Monitor, record, and communicate changes in patient condition to the interprofessional healthcare team, assessing treatment efficacy and medication administration based on patient outcomes.
Educate patients and their families regarding respiratory conditions, home management strategies, and available community support groups or resources.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Respiratory Therapist credentialed from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. minimum 5 years clinical experience pulmonary rehab experience
- Benefits that help you thrive
- Retirement: 403(b) plan
- Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Key Responsibilities
Evaluate patients with respiratory insufficiencies to develop and implement individualized respiratory care plans. Monitor patient progress, manage therapeutic equipment, and educate patients and families on respiratory conditions and home management.
Requirements
Requires a Florida Board of Respiratory Care credential and BLS certification. Candidates must have at least 5 years of clinical experience, specifically in pulmonary rehabilitation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 50 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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