Respiratory Therapist

About Steward Health Care
Nearly a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.
As the country’s largest physician-led, tax paying, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.
Steward is among the nation’s largest and most successful accountable care organizations (ACO), with more than 5,500 providers and 43,000 health care professionals who care for 12.3 million patients a year through a closely integrated network of hospitals, multispecialty medical groups, urgent care centers, skilled nursing facilities and behavioral health centers.
Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates 39 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Utah.
For more information, visit www.steward.org.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The certified respiratory therapist maintains a broad knowledge of respiratory care theory, principles and applications. This

broad knowledge coupled with his/her clinical, technical, administrative, communicative and outcome monitoring skills will be

used to provide delivery of effective respiratory care for the patients at FMC. Responsible to enhance the respiratory care

knowledge and skill levels of Cardiopulmonary Services, Nursing Services and other allied health personnel.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (including required licenses/certifications, education and job knowledge/experience):

State of Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance license as a Certified Respiratory Therapist

Current BLS Certification

Minimum one (1) year clinical experience in respiratory care in a hospital

Effective oral and written communication skills

Graduate of an AMA approved respiratory care program

CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department

and the hospital. Works with supervisor/manager and other members of section or department to promote a harmonious work

environment. Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians and other hospital personnel are carried out in a

friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner. Answers telephones in a prompt and courteous manner. Displays

concern and provides assistance or explains procedures as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to

meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Works with customers to identify problem

areas and recommend solutions.

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.