Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics

Respiratory Therapist - Pediatrics (Day 7A-7P)

Job Code: #26-0213

Location:

LARGO, Florida, United States

$36-$40/hr

Day

Full-time

Onsite

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations to identify respiratory issues, including taking medical history, physical examinations, and reviewing patient records.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Deliver various respiratory therapies such as oxygen therapy, aerosol medications, chest physiotherapy, and airway clearance techniques.
• Teach patients about their lung condition, proper medication use, breathing exercises, and self‑care practices.
• Maintain and calibrate respiratory therapy equipment.
• Monitor vital signs, lung sounds, and other relevant parameters during treatment.
• Provide immediate care in emergency situations requiring airway management or resuscitation.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.

• Meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• Possess an associate's degree in respiratory therapy, a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) license, or a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential for advanced practice.
• Prefer one year of experience in nursing in a home care, assisted living, or long‑term care facility.

This position does not have any supervisory requirements.

Tasks may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

• Prolonged standing, walking, and bending
• Lifting up to 50 pounds at times
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects such as oxygen tanks
• Frequent reaching, stooping, crouching, and kneeling
• Perform repetitive movements while maintaining good mobility and dexterity

• Execute tasks independently
• Express yourself clearly and effectively

• Ambient room temperatures and lighting

• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays

This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, national origin or other protected statuses.

EEO is the Law.