Registered Respiratory Therapist III VFT/Days (Orlando Health Children's - Arnold Palmer Hospital)

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Position Summary Position Summary Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment. Schedule: Dayshift VFT 3x12s in the Med/Surg Floors, PICU, CVICU, Special Care, and ED (rotating to different areas of the hospital) Orlando Health Children’s Arnold Palmer Hospital is a premier, nationally ranked pediatric hospital located in Orlando, Florida. Key Overview & Location Address: 92 W. Miller Street, Orlando, FL 32806 Emergency & Trauma Services Bert Martin’s Champions for Children Emergency Department & Trauma Center: The first and only dedicated pediatric emergency and Level One Trauma Center in Central Florida. Rankings & Recognition (U.S. News & World Report) Ranked as a Best Children’s Hospital (No. 1 in Orlando, No. 3 in Florida, and No. 9 in the Southeast Region), with national rankings in 7 pediatric specialties: #18 in Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology #24 in Pediatric Orthopedics #28 in Neonatology (NICU) #37 in Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery #42 in Pediatric Nephrology #42 in Pediatric Pulmonology and Lung Surgery Top 50 in Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health Major Specialties & Programs Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Institute Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Pediatric Surgery & Craniomaxillofacial Surgery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) & ECMO capabilities Orlando Health Children's Pavilion (outpatient specialty expansion uniting over 30 pediatric specialties Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one: Health & Wellness Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) On-site pharmacy and discounted health services Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year Financial Security Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost Time Away & Family Support Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring Learning & Career Growth “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out‑of‑pocket costs Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year) Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training Extra Perks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more Responsibilities Essential Functions Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care. Maintains accurate and precise documentation. Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise. Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team. Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition. Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Provides care for patients in non-critical care and/or intermediate care units. Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned. Instructs clinical practicum students. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures. Qualifications Education/Training Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted). Advance floor or entry Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder. Basic computer/mechanical training required. Licensure/Certification Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health. Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site. preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).