Larkin Community Hospital·Hialeah, Florida
The Respiratory Therapist assesses, plans, and implements respiratory care for patients of all ages. Key duties include managing airways, providing ventilator support, and responding to clinical emergencies.
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating respiratory care for patients across all age groups. This role provides advanced respiratory therapy services, including airway management, ventilator support, and emergency response, in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and hospital policies. The Respiratory Therapist plays a critical role in patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes.
Requires standing, walking, and lifting/transporting equipment and patients as needed.
Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
Work
Schedule: 7:00AM - 7:00PM
Candidates must hold an associate degree or diploma in Respiratory Therapy and a valid Florida RRT/CRT license. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association.
Market context
Florida allied health laboratory roles often see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with licensure and hands-on experience. This type of role is competitive because employers typically want a relevant bachelor’s degree, a current Florida Medical Technologist License, and at least 2 years of lab experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the specific lab methods and settings in the posting.
