Registered Respiratory Therapist

Fort Pierce, FL

Full Time

Entry Level

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Fort Pierce, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Nights (Rotating Weekends)
Compensation: $30.34–$41.50/hr (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Case-by-case
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview

A full-service acute care hospital in the Fort Pierce region is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join its respiratory care team. This role supports adult and pediatric patients across high-acuity environments, including emergency care, critical care, surgical services, cardiology, and general inpatient units. Therapists in this setting play a key role in airway management, ventilation support, and diagnostic respiratory procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including breath sounds, airway patency, and ventilation parameters.
Conduct diagnostic respiratory tests and evaluate patient responses to therapy.
Administer oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, and other respiratory treatments.
Assist with artificial airway placement and provide ongoing airway management support.
Initiate, monitor, and adjust invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.
Document all treatments, assessments, and clinical changes accurately and in a timely manner.
Respond to emergency situations, ensuring airway integrity and adequate ventilation during resuscitation.
Safely transport ventilator-dependent patients within the hospital.

Qualifications

Required

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT/RCP) credential and state licensure.
Associate Degree in Respiratory Care or related field.
BLS certification (within 30 days of hire).
ACLS certification (within 30 days of hire).

Preferred

Experience in an acute-care respiratory department.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation based on years of experience.
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance considered case-by-case.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
401(k) with employer match and employee stock purchase program.
Tuition assistance, certification support, and continuing education resources.
Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability benefits.
Employee wellness programs, counseling support, and additional voluntary benefits.

Ideal For

RRTs seeking a high-acuity hospital environment, respiratory professionals skilled in mechanical ventilation and emergency response, and therapists seeking stable night-shift employment in a collaborative care team.

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