Local Contract Respiratory Therapist
Crystal River, FL
Tampa General Hospital
5x8 hrs, Nights

InterHealth Staffing is a for-profit staffing division of TGH committed to providing patients with excellent and compassionate care.  We are now offering 13-week seasonal assignments with competitive base pay and the potential for contract extensions based on unit needs. These positions are also a great way to experience the culture and the excellence of TGH while exploring the potential opportunity to transition into a permanent role. As the region’s leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services. Joining our seasonal program allows you to make an impact while gaining valuable experience at one of the nation's top academic medical centers.  Grow your career, make an impact, and see why so many choose to call TGH home. Our seasonal Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience within the specific division being hired into and deemed competent to work independently. Please review qualifications and apply for the recruiting team to review and assist with the interview process.  

To provide a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care services inclusive of oxygen therapy, therapeutic gas administration, chest physiotherapy, aerosol therapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management, ventilator management and acute (Respiratory) care services to both inpatients and outpatients of the institution, to include all age ranges from neonatal through geriatrics

Education: Minimum Education:  Graduation from a Respiratory Therapy Program.

Required Licensure/Certification:  Current Florida Registered or Certified license; BLS certification.      

Required Licensure/Certification:  ACLS, PALS, and NRP prior to hire

Preferred Licensure/Certification:  Registered

Other Requirements:  Competencies, training and certifications as required by area of clinical specialty.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Adequate visual and hearing senses to assess/detect changes in human physiological condition.

Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language

Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment

Experience: Preferred:  1 year Acute Care and Nursery Experience