Respiratory Therapist

Gainesville, FL
Full Time
Entry Level

Respiratory Therapist – Gainesville, FL

Location: Gainesville, FL
Schedule:

  • Nights (Rotating Weekends)

  • Evenings (Rotating Weekends)

Compensation:

  • Less than 1 year: $27.42/hour

  • 2–3 years: $29.89/hour

  • 4–5 years: $31.12/hour

  • 6–7 years: $32.36/hour

  • 9–10+ years: $33.59/hour

  • 16+ years: $36.95/hour

Shift Differentials:

  • Nights: +$3.25/hour

  • Weekends: +$2.00/hour

Sign-On Bonus: $25,000 (available for both evening and night shifts)
Relocation Assistance: Offered on a case-by-case basis

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our acute care team in Gainesville. In this role, you will deliver high-quality respiratory care in a modern clinical setting while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team focused on improving patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer routine and advanced respiratory therapies and manage equipment

  • Perform and interpret Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)

  • Monitor patient responses, medication effects, and adjust care as needed

  • Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to coordinate care

  • Educate patients and families about respiratory care and equipment

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a Respiratory Therapist; acute care preferred (ICU, CVICU, NICU, PICU, or other critical care units). Home care or long-term care experience will be considered.

  • Active Florida Respiratory Therapist License

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) through NBRC

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification – must be obtained within 30 days of hire

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – must be obtained within 30 days of hire

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – must be obtained within 30 days of hire

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan with employer match

  • Paid time off and family leave

  • Tuition reimbursement and certification support

  • Wellness resources, including access to telemedicine and mental health services

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Keywords: Respiratory Therapist, RRT, CRT, Arterial Blood Gases, Acute Care, ICU, NICU, PICU, Patient Care, Gainesville Careers

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