Respiratory Therapist in Naples, Florida at PRECISION HEALTHCARE SPECIALISTS LLC

Precision Healthcare Specialists is seeking a skilled and compassionate Respiratory Therapist to join our Pulmonary and Sleep Lab team. The Respiratory Therapist will be responsible for providing respiratory care, performing diagnostic pulmonary testing, assisting with patient evaluations, and supporting physicians in the diagnosis and management of respiratory conditions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in respiratory care, pulmonary function testing, and working with patients who have various respiratory and sleep-related conditions. This individual must demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

• Perform pulmonary function testing, including spirometry, lung volume measurements, and diffusion capacity testing as applicable.
• Prepare patients for respiratory diagnostic procedures and explain testing processes.
• Assist physicians with evaluating and monitoring patients with respiratory conditions.
• Perform and interpret preliminary pulmonary function test results within the scope of practice.
• Maintain and operate respiratory testing equipment, ensuring proper functionality and calibration.
• Assist with oxygen assessments and other respiratory evaluations as ordered.
• Educate patients on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, inhaler use, and respiratory equipment.
• Assist with sleep-related testing and procedures as trained and assigned.
• Review patient histories and document clinical findings accurately in the EMR.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all testing documentation is completed.
• Follow established infection control, safety, and patient care protocols.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists, sleep specialists, medical assistants, and other clinical staff.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and all applicable clinical and regulatory standards.
• Perform additional clinical duties as assigned.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential.
• Current state licensure or authorization to practice as required by Florida law.
• Previous experience in pulmonary or respiratory care preferred.
• Experience with pulmonary function testing strongly preferred.
• Sleep lab experience is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of respiratory equipment, diagnostic testing, and patient assessment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Strong understanding of respiratory anatomy, physiology, and common pulmonary conditions.
• Ability to perform diagnostic respiratory testing accurately.
• Excellent patient education and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accurate clinical documentation.
• Ability to work with patients of varying ages and medical conditions.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care.

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to assist patients with positioning and mobility as needed.
• Ability to operate respiratory equipment and diagnostic testing devices.
• Ability to lift or move equipment and supplies as required.

This position is based in an outpatient Pulmonary and Sleep Lab setting and involves direct patient interaction, diagnostic respiratory testing, and collaboration with physicians and clinical staff.