At BayCare we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy thats built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.
BayCare Health System is currently in search of our newest Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community at Morton Plant Hospital. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today.
Morton Plant Hospital is a major facility with recognized units and services, including:
• Open-Heart Unit • CVICU (Managed through the Morgan Heart Hospital) • Neuroscience Unit • Neuro Unit • MICU (Medical ICU) • NICU (Neonatal ICU, Level II) • NICU (ER) • Emergency Department
Position Details:
Facility: BayCare Health System - Respiratory Care Services Location: Morton Plant Hospital Status: Full Time Exempt No Shift Hours: 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM Shift Nights: Weekend Work Every Other On Call: No
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package, including:
• Sign on Bonus and Relocation Bonus (if applicable) • Health • Dental • Vision • Paid Time Off • Tuition reimbursement Program • 401k match and additional yearly contribution • Yearly performance merit appraisals and team award bonus • Community discounts and more
Listed by Watson Health Top 100 Hospitals in 2025
The Respiratory Therapist is a clinical professional who utilizes the departments scope of services to access, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as an integral member of the healthcare team. Responsibilities Include:
• Delivers Respiratory Care Services under the order of the physician and in accordance with protocols established by the hospital, other healthcare providers, or the board, and functions in situations of unsupervised patient contact requiring individual judgment. • Performs noninvasive and invasive procedures with minimal oversight. • Performs diagnostic testing and Emergency care. • Adult critical care • Certifications and Licensures Required: • RRT (Respiratory Therapy License) • Active NBRC Credential for RRTC (Registered Respiratory Therapist) • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) • NRP (Neonatal) - within 6 months • ACLS (Cardiovascular) - within 6 months • PALS (Pediatric) - Preferred • Education Required: • Technical Respiratory Therapy • Associates Respiratory Therapy - Preferred • Experience Required: • 6 Months Respiratory Specific Skills Required • NICU and Pediatric experience is preferred • Clinical skills appropriate to position • Computer skills appropriate to position • Collaborate and work with a team • Critical thinking skills • Advanced Respiratory Assessment and Evaluations
Please apply if you are looking for an amazing career opportunity, the chance to be part of an amazing team, and a great place to work.
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