Certified Respiratory Therapist (Level 3) – Full‑Time

About the role

The University of Miami Health System is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist (Level 3) to join its clinical team on a full‑time basis. The role involves delivering advanced respiratory care, conducting diagnostic tests, and educating patients and families in a university‑based health setting.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct cardiopulmonary tests such as electrocardiograms, stress tests, and lung‑capacity measurements.
• Perform bronchopulmonary drainage and guide patients through breathing exercises.
• Set up and operate mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas delivery systems, environmental control units, and aerosol generators according to prescribed parameters.
• Read physician orders, measure arterial blood gases, and determine appropriate therapy type, method, duration, and medication dosages.
• Explain treatment procedures, educate patients and families on disease management, and monitor physiological responses.
• Maintain accurate patient charts and ensure respiratory equipment is inspected, cleaned, tested, and functioning safely.
• Mentor and train respiratory therapy students, technicians, and assistants.
• Adhere to university and unit policies, safeguarding institutional assets.

Required profile

• Current certification as a Respiratory Therapist (Level 3) in the state of Florida.
• Ability to interpret physician orders, arterial blood gas results, and adjust therapy accordingly.
• Strong communication skills for patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring junior staff and students.

Required skills

• Electrocardiogram (ECG) testing
• Stress testing
• Lung‑capacity testing
• Bronchopulmonary drainage
• Mechanical ventilator operation
• Therapeutic gas administration equipment
• Environmental control systems
• Aerosol generator operation
• Arterial blood gas analysis
• Respiratory equipment maintenance and cleaning

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Tuition remission
• Access to cutting‑edge research and academic resources
• Opportunities for professional development within a university‑based health system