Respiratory Therapist

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an ambitious Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) for a top Healthcare client.

This role requires a dedicated professional to autonomously evaluate the respiratory needs of assigned patients, develop, and implement comprehensive Respiratory Care Plans. The therapist applies high-quality, continuous care to patients of all ages, operating and maintaining critical equipment in a collaborative environment focused on patient-centered outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate the respiratory needs of patients and autonomously develop and implement the individualized Respiratory Care Plan.
• Take full responsibility for the application and operation of acute care ventilators used for continuous short- and long-term mechanical ventilation.
• Set up and administer all routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures to a diverse patient population of all ages.
• Maintain all department and hospital records, accurately entering information into the hospital computer system for therapies administered.
• Demonstrate self-direction and strong independent judgment, particularly in the absence of the full-time Team Leader.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to support each other and ensure excellent, coordinated patient care.
• Perform tasks requiring frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and moving to deliver care and manage equipment.

Requirements

Education

• Completion of a Vocational/Technical program or an AMA approved respiratory care program (Associate Degree) is required.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.

Experience

• Prior experience in acute care settings is strongly preferred (implied by the ventilation responsibilities).

Certifications/Licenses

• Current Florida State License as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) is required.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) health care provider certification is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications are required within six (6) months of hire.

Skills

• Proven ability to be self-directed and demonstrate strong autonomous judgment in a clinical setting.
• Expertise in the application and operation of acute care mechanical ventilators.
• Physical ability to perform work requiring frequent standing, bending, reaching, and moving.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.