Respiratory Therapist 3-12 Reg | Respiratory Care Adult | Full Time | Gainesville
Company: UF Health
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: March 29, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: Position Summary: Under the supervision of the
Cardiopulmonary Services Medical Director and Department Director,
the Respiratory Therapist performs direct patient care to patients
in all aspects of respiratory care according to the physician’s
orders/approved protocols, with consideration given to the age of
the patient. The Respiratory Therapist administers respiratory care
and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities in
the cardiopulmonary system. The clinical work includes: Setting up
and managing mechanical ventilation. Emergency care. Assistance
with cardiopulmonary resuscitation and intubations. Monitoring
physiological responses to therapy. Educating patients and their
families about their conditions. Teaching appropriate disease
management techniques. $20,000 sign on bonus for Respiratory
Therapists with less than one year experience $30,000 sign on bonus
for Respiratory Therapists with more than one year experience
Qualifications: Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Graduate of accredited associate's degree respiratory program.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position:
Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose NOTE: A
frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or
Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five
individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles
per week in the performance of his/her job. Please indicate the
appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP)
form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed Registered
Respiratory Therapist in the State of Florida.
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