<p>A well-established hospital system in Ocala, Florida is seeking a Registered or Certified Respiratory Therapist for full-time acute care coverage across a high-acuity, multi-unit environment. The position offers genuine flexibility — days or nights — and spans the full scope of respiratory practice from ventilator management to critical care therapies. Ocala's growing healthcare market, combined with a collaborative interdisciplinary team and broad clinical exposure across ICU, ER, Med-Surg, Nursery, and Critical Care, makes this a strong platform for both seasoned therapists and those looking to deepen their critical care skill set.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Flexible shift selection: day or night shifts available</li> <li>Rotating weekend schedule built into shift structure</li> <li>Broad clinical exposure across multiple high-acuity service lines</li> <li>Supportive team environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Multi-unit coverage spanning ICU, Emergency Department, Med-Surg, Nursery, and Critical Care</li> <li>Full-scope respiratory practice: ventilator setup and management (short- and long-term), oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy, airway management, and advanced acute care therapies</li> <li>Continuous patient monitoring and assessment with real-time care plan adjustments</li> <li>Documentation maintained in EMR system</li> <li>Integrated within a physician-led interdisciplinary care team</li> <li>Well-established hospital system with a stable, clinically supportive infrastructure</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential required</li> <li>Minimum one year of recent acute care experience preferred</li> <li>Prior experience in ICU, Emergency Department, or critical care settings strongly preferred</li> <li>Active Florida Respiratory Therapy license, or eligibility to obtain licensure in Florida</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ocala sits in north-central Florida, roughly equidistant between Gainesville and Orlando, offering a lower cost of living than most Florida metros without sacrificing access to urban amenities. Known as the "Horse Capital of the World," the area features rolling pastures, the Ocala National Forest, and Silver Springs State Park — a strong draw for outdoor enthusiasts. The region's steady population growth supports a robust and expanding healthcare market, and the absence of a state income tax adds meaningful financial upside for relocating clinicians.</p>