Lead Respiratory Therapist Critical Care - Fort Myers, FL
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Location: Golisano Children's Hospital - 9981 S. HealthPark Drive Fort Myers FL 33908
Department: Respiratory Care
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1/6:45:00AM to 7:15:00PM
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $31.39 - $40.81 / hour
Summary
Performs all clinical activities per assigned shift. Participates in staff scheduling, assures appropriate shift coverage, on-call coverage, and related activities of the staff. Also participates in employee orientation, training and competency determinations. May perform staff blood gas competencies if qualified as a Key Operator. Actively participates in clinical evaluations of products and/or procedures. Provides conflict resolution, handles front-line complaints, and acts as the resource staff member for the shift.
Requirements
Education:
Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy required. Bachelors degree preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years experience in respiratory critical care.
License:
Licensed by the State of Florida Department of Health Division of Medical Quality Assurance as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care as an RRT-NPS or RRT-ACCS.
Certifications:
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP (based on hospital population) required. Intubation certificate & Arterial line insertion certificate can be obtained.
Other:
Bachelor of Science Degree required performing the duties of a Key Operator.
US:FL:Fort Myers
From Lee Health's job posting, checked Oct 23, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Lee Health is a health system in Southwest Florida, with hospitals and care sites around Fort Myers and Cape Coral.
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