Registered Respiratory Therapist - Fort Pierce, FL (Full Time, Direct Hire)


Healthcare - FL - Fort Pierce, FL
Fort Pierce, Florida
Locations: Fort Pierce, Port Saint Lucie, Stuart, Vero Beach
Posted On: December 09, 2025
Last Day to Apply: December 23, 2025
Pay: $30.34 to $41.50 per hour

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist
Location: Fort Pierce, FL (34954)
Schedule: Full-Time – Nights (Rotating Weekends)
Compensation: $30.34–$41.50/hr (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Considered on a case-by-case basis
Relocation: Considered on a case-by-case basis
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a skilled and patient-centered Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to join a fast-paced acute-care environment. In this role, you will provide high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care, manage both invasive and noninvasive ventilation, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams. The ideal candidate brings strong critical-thinking skills, technical proficiency, and the ability to excel in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities

  • Perform and document comprehensive respiratory assessments, including airway evaluation, breath sounds, and cuff pressures.

  • Conduct diagnostic procedures to determine therapy needs and evaluate patient response.

  • Administer respiratory treatments such as oxygen therapy, nebulized medications, and chest physiotherapy.

  • Assist with the placement, monitoring, and management of artificial airways.

  • Initiate, adjust, and maintain invasive and noninvasive mechanical ventilation.

  • Monitor patient progress, identify changes in clinical status, and take timely action as needed.

  • Assist with safe transport of ventilated patients.

  • Respond quickly to emergencies, ensuring airway integrity and effective ventilation during resuscitation.

  • Complete accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.

  • Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient care.

Required Qualifications

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) credential with active state licensure.

  • Associate Degree from an accredited Respiratory Care Program.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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