BayCare Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to serve as a clinical specialist within our Extended Care / Skilled Nursing program. This role provides respiratory services across contracted skilled nursing facilities and patient homes, supporting patient-centered care through pulmonary assessment, oxygen weaning, equipment management, and clinical intervention. The Respiratory Therapist plays a key role in improving patient outcomes, enhancing quality of life, and reducing unplanned hospital readmissions while ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical standards.
Why BayCare?
BayCare Extended Care is a premier provider of contracted services for nursing homes, supporting 91 facilities across 9 counties. As one of Florida's largest home care providers since 1976, BayCare is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we serve.
Facility: BayCare Health System - Extended Care
Location: Clearwater, FL
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Days (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
Weekend Work: None
On Call: No
? Excellent work-life balance with no scheduled weekends and flexible holiday coverage.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform pulmonary assessments on admission and with changes in patient condition
Support oxygen weaning and medication management in alignment with care plans and clinical standards
Manage respiratory equipment and supplies, including oxygen, pulse oximetry, and BiPAP/CPAP devices
Respond to respiratory exacerbations within skilled nursing facilities
Complete daily respiratory therapy orders and follow up on apnea monitor and ventilator patients
Provide patient and caregiver education on equipment setup, usage, maintenance, and safety
Perform diagnostic testing as ordered by physicians
Communicate with physicians regarding patient progress and order clarification
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support timely interventions and quality outcomes
Maintain compliance with state regulations and facility respiratory care requirements
Job Duties:
Focus on clinical support and intervention, including assessment, oxygen management, and exacerbation response
Routine breathing treatments are not administered in this role
Services are delivered in skilled nursing facilities and patient homes via scheduled visits
Certifications & Licensures Required:
RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) or CRT (Certified Respiratory Therapist) considered
Active NBRC credential (for RRT candidates)
BLS (Basic Life Support)
Valid driver's license
Education:
Required Skills:
Strong clinical respiratory therapy skills
Basic computer proficiency
Ability to collaborate effectively within a care team
Excellent communication and patient education skills
Why Join BayCare?
Join a highly respected program that allows you to:
Practice at the top of your clinical scope
Work in a supportive, collaborative environment
Enjoy a consistent daytime schedule with no weekends
Make a direct impact on reducing hospital readmissions and improving patient outcomes
Apply today to be part of an exceptional team delivering compassionate, high-quality respiratory care across our extended care network.
BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled welcome.
Position Respiratory Therapist - Field
Location US:Florida:Largo:HomeCare Largo | Clinical | Full Time
Req ID 157003
Respiratory Therapist - Field • Largo, FL, United States
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