Select Specialty Hospital - Miami Lakes·Hialeah, Florida
The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and providing respiratory care for critically ill patients. They also perform clinical procedures like endotracheal tube management and provide counseling to patients and their families.
Evaluating patients and recommending an appropriate treatment plan. Providing respiratory care to patients with critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Performing insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements: Must possess "Active" CRT or RRT credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent. Proof of graduation required: college transcript/diploma (preferred) or high school transcript/diploma or GED. Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Current state licensure is required. ACLS is required upon hire. (Agency RT must have ACLS upon first shift)
One (1) year of related experience is preferred. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must hold an active CRT or RRT credential from the NBRC and possess current state licensure. Additionally, the role requires Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS certifications, with one year of related experience preferred.
Market context
Florida healthcare employers often need per diem respiratory therapists to cover variable patient volumes, seasonal demand, and staffing gaps in acute care settings. This role is competitive because active CRT or RRT credentials, Florida licensure, BLS, ACLS, and related experience are commonly expected, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here help you review the posting faster. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and be ready to highlight recent respiratory care experience and schedule flexibility.
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