Respiratory Therapist

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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