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
Respiratory Therapist in Gainesville at UF Health
- Other openings
- 559
- Hiring in
- 27 locations
- Typical pay
- $15,000–$15,000
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For context, most respiratory therapists earn between $15,000–$15,000 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted today.