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 NICU/PICU Specialist 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 - SJHW&C Location: St. Josephs Womens and Children's Status: Full Time, Exempt: No Shift Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM Shift: Nights (Shift 3) Weekend Work: Every Other On Call: No Remote Work: Never

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