Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Compensation
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Job Description
Full Time, Nigjts
A registered respiratory therapist performs critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and diagnostics through both physician directives and respiratory care protocols. Selected cross training activities and precepting of students and new staff as directed. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or Science
Experience
One year respiratory care experience in acute care facility
License:
Florida RRT license
Certification:
Required: NBRC, BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS (AHA)
NRP if applicable
Embark on a rewarding career with Florida Coast Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Florida Coast Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and
programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: At Florida Coast Medical Center, we believe we are Stronger Together. For You.
We look forward to serving communities along Floridas Treasure Coast with high-quality care in September 2025.
Opening this fall, Florida Coast Medical Center will offer a wide range of specialties, including premier surgical care, neurosciences, orthopedic and spine surgery, cardiac catheterization and heart care, vascular surgery, cancer care and urology.
We combine advanced technology with a compassionate approach to healthcare. Our mission is to improve lives through collaboration, innovation, and personalized servicebecause when we work together, we can do more for our patients. Join our team!
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Respiratory Therapist performs critical and non-critical respiratory care procedures and diagnostics based on physician directives and protocols. Additionally, the role involves cross-training activities and the precepting of students and new staff members.
Key Skills
Respiratory Therapy Career Context
Of the 49 active Respiratory Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% have no call, 51% 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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