Registered Respiratory Therapist Wiregrass Ranch Hospital - Wesley Chapel, Florida

Registered Respiratory Therapist I - Days - Wiregrass Ranch Hospital

Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida

Position: Registered Respiratory Therapist I

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Elevating Healthcare in West Florida, this state‑of‑the‑art 380,000 sq‑ft hospital serves a rapidly growing community. The facility features 102 beds expandable to 300, comprehensive operating rooms, and advanced services in cardiology, neurology, oncology and more.

Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.

• Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and use of non‑invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment.
• Maintains accurate documentation.
• Communicates openly with all members of the healthcare team.
• Performs quality control of arterial blood gas analyzers and specimen collection.
• Instructs clinical practicum students.
• Provides care appropriate to patient age and medical condition.

• Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or related program (certification accepted for those licensed prior to December 31, 1987).
• Must be eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) examination.
• Basic computer and mechanical training required.

• Active license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in Florida.
• RRT credential must be updated every five years if registered after July 1, 2002; pre‑2002 credential may remain valid.
• Valid BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Full‑time

Entry level