Job Information
BayCare Health System NICU-PICU Respiratory Specialist in Clearwater, Florida
Why BayCare?
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 built on 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. 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.
Position Details
Facility: BayCare Health System – Respiratory Service Care Float
Location: Varies
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
Shift: Nights (Shift 3)
Weekend Work: Every Other
On Call: No
Job Summary
Provides advanced and specialized respiratory care in Neonatal ICU (Level IV), PICU, PCICU, Emergency and/or Trauma Services, and Transport Team. Demonstrates proficiency in complex respiratory interventions and treatment modalities for neonatal and pediatric patients. Serves as a lead therapist, preceptor, mentor, and role model within assigned areas. Supports clinical excellence by guiding peers, promoting best practices, and ensuring high standards of patient care.
Responsibilities
Deliver advanced respiratory care under physician orders and hospital protocols.
Perform complex interventions validated through competency assessments.
Serve as a mentor and resource for NICU/PICU respiratory care.
Provide coverage across multiple critical care settings as needed.
Certification and Licensure Required
Active NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (RRT-NPS)
Additional Certifications:
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (within 30 days)
PALS (within 6 months)
NRP (within 6 months)
Education Required
Technical Respiratory Therapy Program Completion
Preferred: Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy
Specific Skills Required
Advanced neonatal and pediatric respiratory assessment
Clinical judgment in high-acuity settings
Ability to mentor and collaborate within a team
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
Position NICU-PICU Respiratory Specialist
Location Clearwater:BayCare Sys Office West | Clinical | Full Time
Req ID 119246