Millennium Physician Group is seeking to hire a full-time Respiratory Therapist to join the Medical Office team in the Port Charlotte area. We are looking for a new team member who is positive, energetic, well-organized, has the ability to multi-task, and think outside of the box. We want someone who supports our top initiative of ensuring an excellent patient experience!

The Respiratory Therapist assists in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with pulmonary disorders. S/he is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. The Therapist relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Interview and examine patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Consult with physicians to develop patient treatment plans.
• Treat patients by using a variety of methods, including chest physiotherapy and aerosol medications.
• Collects and analyzes sputum, blood, and breath specimens to determine levels of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other gases.
• Measures the lung capacity of a patient to determine if there is impaired function.
• Monitors and record patients' progress in EMR system.
• Teaches patients how to take medications and use equipment, such as ventilators.
• Provides excellent patient care.
• Abides by company Standards of Behaviors.
• May be assigned to day or evening shifts as necessary in addition to working a weekend rotation.
• Expected to work overtime for patient care as needed.

Education and/or Experience

Requires an associate's degree and a credential of either CRT or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). In addition, it requires 1-year Respiratory Therapy Technical program. 1-2 years' experience, including ICU/CCU ventilator management.

Certified in the State of Florida current CPR.

(16) CEU's every 2 years.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CRT or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and CPR.

Any license or certification received, e.g. CPR etc. must be kept current.

This position earns competitive compensation plus a full benefits package including 401(k) with match and 3 weeks of PTO! We also offer opportunities for growth, as well as a great team atmosphere that empowers you to seek better ways to deliver service and take ownership of outcomes in providing quality service and support.

Please review the full job description for more details about this exciting opportunity.

ABOUT MILLENNIUM PHYSICIAN GROUP

Formed in 2008, Millennium Physician Group has grown into one of the largest comprehensive primary care practices with more than 400 health care providers located throughout Florida. With corporate headquarters in Fort Myers, Florida, Millennium Physician Group consists of primary care offices, Imaging Centers, Lab Services and Wellness Programs. You can also find various programs, such as weight management and smoking cessation, led by Millennium Physician Group doctors.

If you are interested in joining an organization that puts an emphasis on team work and family, then Millennium Physician Group is the right choice.

Millennium Physician Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Additionally, Millennium is proud to join the nearly 3,000 health system and physician groups who have gone completely Tobacco Free.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, please click the link to apply today. We look forward to meeting you!