Registered Respiratory Therapist, Baptist South

Date Posted: May 05, 2026

Status: Full time

Shift Details: Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

*Eligible for Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus, if hired externally *

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Baptist Health is hiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist for our South location located in Jacksonville, FL. This is a full-time day shift opportunity.

At Baptist Health, a Respiratory Therapist is responsible for assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory or breathing disorders. This role involves administering respiratory therapy treatments, performing diagnostic pulmonary function tests, managing and monitoring mechanical ventilators, and providing patient education and respiratory care support. The Respiratory Therapist collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.

Respiratory Therapist Job Responsibilties:

  • Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with breathing disorders

  • Administering respiratory therapies

  • Performing and interpreting diagnostic tests

  • Monitoring and managing mechanical ventilators for patients who require respiratory support

  • Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans

  • Providing patient education and support on proper breathing techniques, medication usage, and lifestyle changes

  • Maintaining accurate and complete patient assessments, treatments, and progress documentation

Registered Respiratory Therapist Education & Credential Requirements:

  • Certificate Required

  • Associate of Science Preferred

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Required-FL DOH

  • One of the below is required within 6 months of hire.

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

If you are interested in this full-time day shift opportunity, please apply now or contact amanda.cervantes@bmcjax.com.

License and Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHAAHAAHA
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - AAPAAPAAP
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHAAHAAHA
  • Licensed Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - DOHDOHDOH
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHAAHAAHA
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - NBRCNBRCNBRC
  • Driver's License - DMVDMVDMV

Location

South - Main Building
14550 Old St Augustine Rd
Jacksonville, , 32258

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About Baptist Health

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.