Respiratory Therapist, Outpatient PFT Lab - Full-Time
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How this pay compares
This posting states $32.43–$48.66 an hour. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Florida post a median of $40.50 an hour, the middle half $37.66–$41.43, across 112 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Respiratory therapists employed in Florida earn a median of $39.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Jacksonville in Jacksonville reported 284 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 15,259,329 hours worked: 3.7 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Mayo Clinic
Medicare gives Mayo Clinic 5 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Florida's hospitals average 3.0). 83% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 45% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Florida hospitals by rating.
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What Florida requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory therapist license (certified or registered respiratory therapist), from the Florida Board of Respiratory Care (Department of Health).
- An active NBRC CRT or RRT designation and background screening (Fla. Stat. 468.355).
Respiratory therapist jobs and requirements in Florida · Every state's rule
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About the job
To perform specialized respiratory therapy services as directed by provider orders and in accordance with protocols, policies, and procedures established by the hospital.
- Successful completion of a National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) approved Respiratory Therapy program.
- National Board for Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential is required upon hire or by the end of one year of employment and must be maintained throughout duration of employment. Required to have Florida Respiratory license prior to their first day of employment.
License/Certifications
- Respiratory Therapists are required to maintain Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support or the equivalent as determined by the site of hire.
Additional Qualifications
- Previous hospital experience preferred.
- Should be familiar with The Joint Commission standards and requirements.
- Understanding of computers.
- Good verbal and written communication skills required.
- Should be familiar with risks associated with exposure to infectious patients, needle puncture hazards, and hazards related to compressed gases.
- NBRC PFT exam be taken and passed after 2 years of employment
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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