Locations: St. Johns, Florida
Categories: Respiratory
Req ID: 67754
The Respiratory Therapist Lead provides routine, emergent and critical cardiopulmonary care under the direction of a physician to neonatal (if applicable) pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. They lead by example and adhere to hospital policies and the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. This role also functions as a lead staff member in monitoring productivity and staff assignments. Each Lead Therapist will be assigned projects/goals that facilitate and support both the organizational and departmental needs.
Associate’s Degree from accredited Respiratory program
Bachelor’s Degree
3 to 5 years Respiratory Therapy (Adult Critical Care Experience)
2 years experience in Level II NICU
Required Licensure and Certifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist Florida License
Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 60 days of employment
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of employment
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (not required for Cardiac Rehab) must be obtained within 90 days of employment
University of Florida Health is a world-class academic health center in Florida, encompassing hospitals, physician practices, colleges, centers, institutes, programs and services across northeast and north-central Florida.
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