Respiratory Therapist - $16-19 per hour

Lee Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for a job in Fort Myers, Florida. Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty:Respiratory Therapist Discipline:Allied Health Professional Duration:Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift:8 hours, days, evenings Employment Type:Staff Location: Lee Memorial Hospital -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901 Department:Respiratory Care Work Type:Full Time Shift:Shift 1 7:30 AM / to 4:00 PM - No Weekends Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $15.64 - $18.75 / hour SummaryMaintains appropriate inventory levels of supplies and equipment for the Respiratory Department. Coordinates the ordering on non-stock supplies to ensure adequate levels. Cleans, decontaminates, and performs high level disinfection of all re-usable respiratory equipment. Maintains records of decontamination processes, maintains appropriate levels of disinfection supplies, and performs daily checks and maintenance on all decontamination equipment. Assembles equipment and performs maintenance and safety checks to assure that equipment is ready for patient use. Maintains airway boxes for the entire facility and rotates stock to ensure no expired equipment in boxes. Troubleshoots non-functioning equipment and coordinates with the Biomedical department to ensure equipment is repaired and functioning. Coordinates with LeeSar for new inventory items to catalog and ensure appropriate stock levels. Transports and distributes equipment to various locations within the facility. Assists with education and in-servicing of staff on proper equipment cleaning, use and competencies. RequirementsEducation:High school diploma or GED required. Experience:None Required.Certification:BLS (American Heart Association/Basic Life Support) required.License:N/AOther:Basic computer skills to include the use of Microsoft Office. Good communication and interpersonal skills.US:FL:Fort Myers Lee Health Job ID #74611. Posted job title: Respiratory Therapy Assistant - LMH About Lee Health Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health system and Safety Net Hospital in Florida that receives no direct tax support. BenefitsEmployee assistance programs Wellness and fitness programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Pet insurance Life insurance Discount program

Created: 2025-09-05