A full-time Certified Respiratory Therapist opportunity is open in Hudson, Florida, serving a high-acuity, all-ages patient population across a collaborative acute care setting. This night-shift role offers genuine clinical autonomy — including independent operation when leadership is unavailable — and a scope that spans routine respiratory procedures through complex, long-term mechanical ventilation management. Hudson's Gulf Coast location, affordable cost of living, and proximity to the Tampa Bay metro make this a compelling destination for therapists seeking both professional depth and lifestyle quality.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive base salary with productivity bonuses
- Negotiable sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- CME allowance with dedicated CME time off
- Professional liability (malpractice) coverage with tail included
Practice Highlights
- Full-time nights schedule with rotating weekend coverage
- High-acuity acute care environment serving patients across all age groups — neonatal through adult
- Hands-on management of acute care ventilators for both short- and long-term mechanical ventilation
- Administration of routine and complex respiratory therapy procedures with broad clinical scope
- Responsibility for developing and implementing individualized Respiratory Care Plans for each patient
- Accurate departmental recordkeeping and therapy documentation as a core expectation
- Structured for independent clinical function when team leadership is unavailable — genuine autonomy built into the role
- Fast-paced, team-oriented department culture with emphasis on collaboration and patient impact
Qualifications
- Completion of an AMA-accredited respiratory care program — Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred
- Current Florida Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) license, active and in good standing
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association required at time of hire
- ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required within six months of hire
About the Community
Hudson is a coastal community on Florida's Gulf Coast in Pasco County, situated roughly 40 miles north of Tampa — close enough to access a major metropolitan area while maintaining a quieter, lower cost-of-living lifestyle. The area offers waterfront recreation, boating, fishing, and easy access to Gulf beaches, making it a natural draw for clinicians who want warm-weather outdoor amenities without the density and expense of a large city. Pasco County's continued growth brings expanding healthcare infrastructure and strong community investment.