Respiratory Therapist (RRT CRT) Gainesville, FL (Direct Hire)

Job Title: Respiratory Therapist (RRT / CRT)
Location: Gainesville FL
Positions Available: Multiple (Permanent Roles)
Schedule: Full-Time Nights (Rotating Weekends)
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Compensation (Hourly Based on Experience):

• Under 1 year: $27.42/hr

• 23 years: $29.89/hr

• 45 years: $31.12/hr

• 67 years: $32.36/hr

• 910 years: $33.59/hr

• 16 years: $36.95/hr

Shift Differentials:

• Nights: $4.25/hr

• Weekends: $3.00/hr

Sign-On Bonus: $20000 (Nights Only)
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case basis

Job Summary:
We are seeking experienced Respiratory Therapists (RRT or CRT) to join a high-acuity acute care environment serving adult pediatric and neonatal patients. The role involves providing comprehensive respiratory care managing invasive and non-invasive ventilation performing diagnostic testing and collaborating closely with physicians and nursing teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced critical care setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver routine and advanced respiratory therapies including oxygen delivery aerosol therapy and ventilator management.

• Set up operate and maintain respiratory equipment for acute and chronic care.

• Perform and interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs).

• Monitor patient responses to therapies recognize side effects and adjust care as appropriate.

• Communicate effectively with physicians nursing staff patients and families.

• Educate patients caregivers and clinical staff as appropriate.

• Recognize and report signs of abuse or neglect according to policy and regulations.

• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with departmental clinical and regulatory standards.

• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation efforts as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of respiratory therapy experience preferred in ICU CVICU NICU PICU or other critical care settings (home care or long-term care experience considered).

• Active Florida State Respiratory Therapy license.

• NBRC credential (RRT or CRT).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.