Registered Respiratory Therapist - Blood Gas & Ventilation
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Broward Health Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics - Travel/Contract

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide quality patient care in Adult Critical Care, PICU, and NICU settings.
• Perform blood gas lab procedures and diagnostic testing according to policy and clinical guidelines.
• Obtain, analyze, and record blood gas results proficiently.
• Conduct quality control and preventative maintenance on blood gas equipment.
• Manage mechanical and non-invasive ventilation.
• Act as a consultant to nursing, ancillary, and medical staff regarding respiratory care.
• Provide recommendations to improve patient outcomes.
• Educate and consult with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Perform or assist with advanced procedures such as intubations, bronchoscopy, and tracheostomy.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in Adult Critical Care, PICU, and NICU settings performing the above duties.
• Licensure: Current Florida Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • ALS (Advanced Life Support)
  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required.

Compliance & Documentation

• Background check within 6 months, including all locations lived/worked/schooled in the past 7 years.
• Florida AHCA Level II fingerprinting clearance required prior to start.
• Physical exam within 6 months confirming fitness for duty.
• Negative QuantiFERON TB test within 6 months (TSPOT and PPD not accepted).
• Annual fit mask test with approved masks (3M 1860 Regular or Small).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months.
• Immunizations and titers required or declinations accepted for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred (for tracking purposes).
• Two professional references from the last 2 years required.
• Annual skills checklist.

Required Training & Modules

Candidates must complete and provide certificates for the following online modules (validity periods vary):

• Broward Health Clinical Orientation Module
• Annual Risk Management Course
• General Compliance & Ethics Training
• Code of Conduct
• Comprehensive Emergency Management Education
• Preventing & Reporting Workplace Harassment
• Recognizing Impairment in the Workplace (Nursing only)
• ERASE BSI CLABSI Course (Nursing only)
• Handling Hazardous Drugs Nursing Module (Nursing only)
• ICU Medical Modules related to equipment handling (Nursing only)
• Clinical Reference Guides (Nursing only)
• Dysphagia and Aspiration Precautions (Nursing only)
• Stroke and Stroke Core Measures Review (Nursing and IR Techs)
• Nurses' Guide to Safely Administering IV Medication (Nursing only)
• End of Life Module (Nursing only)
• Procedural Sedation Adults and Pediatrics Course (Nursing only)
• Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety Course (Nursing in OR/Perioperative)
• Formaldehyde Course (Nursing in OR/Perioperative)
• Laser Safety Module (OR Nurses only)
• Hillrom Centrella Smart+ Bed and Progressa Bed In-service Videos (Nursing only)
• Plum 360 Module (Nursing only)
• PPE Donning and Doffing for COVID-19 Module and Attestation (Nursing and Respiratory)
• Pharmaceutical Waste Training (Dialysis only)
• Safe Injection Practices (Dialysis only)
• Sepsis Core Measure (Dialysis only)
• Biohazard Waste Safety (Dialysis only)
• HIPAA Privacy Training (All candidates)
• Caring for Patients with Obstetrical Emergencies (Nursing in ED, L&D, Mother-Baby/Postpartum)
• Required Request Law: Organ Donation Module (Nursing only)
• Pharmaceutical Services Module (Nursing only)

Additional Notes

• Badge photo required (passport-style, white background, color).
• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service.
• Education verification required; must be from accredited institutions or meet work experience criteria.
• Candidates must comply with Broward Health privacy policies and affidavits.
• All certifications and licenses must be current and not expire within 30 days of the start date.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a critical care environment with a reputable healthcare system in Florida, requiring specialized respiratory therapy skills and multiple certifications.