Respiratory Therapist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Florida
Florida's respiratory therapist job market is anchored by large hospital networks like AdventHealth, HCA Florida Healthcare, and Jackson Health System, with strong hiring across Tampa, Miami, Orlando, and Jacksonville. International candidates with clinical credentials can find visa-sponsoring employers across the state's busy acute care, pediatric, and long-term care settings.
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Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.
Schedule: VFT Nights - PICU, CVICU, ED in Pediatrics
The Respiratory Care Department is Expanding their Team!
Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has earned recognition as a Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for the 17th consecutive year in 2026–2027.
U.S. News & World Report Rankings (2026–2027):
Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology: #18 nationally
Pediatric Orthopedics: #24 nationally
Neonatology: #28 nationally
Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery: #37 nationally
Pediatric Nephrology: #42 nationally
Pediatric Pulmonology and Lung Surgery: #42 nationally
Pediatric Behavioral Health*: Top 50 nationally
Newsweek America's Best Children's Hospitals (2026):
Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery: Ranked 35th in the nation and #1 in Florida*
Other Honors and Verifications:
Trauma and Surgical Verifications: Holds both American College of Surgeons Trauma Verification and Children's Surgical Verification (the only pediatric facility in Florida with both).
Trauma Level: Central Florida's only Level One Pediatric Trauma Center.
Leapfrog Group: Named a Top Children's Hospital with an "A" rating for patient safety.
Beacon Award: Gold-Level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) for pediatric hematology/oncology and critical care units.
Make-A-Wish*: Recipient of the 2026 Corporate & Foundation Impact Award from Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
- Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
- Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
- Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
- Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
- Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
- “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
- Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
- Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions:
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care and/or intermediate care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Training:
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Advance floor or entry Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
Licensure/Certification:
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
Position Summary
Assesses, treats, and cares for patients with breathing disorders. Initiates and conducts therapeutic procedures; maintains patient records; and selects, assembles, checks, and operates equipment.
Schedule: VFT Nights - PICU, CVICU, ED in Pediatrics
The Respiratory Care Department is Expanding their Team!
Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has earned recognition as a Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for the 17th consecutive year in 2026–2027.
U.S. News & World Report Rankings (2026–2027):
Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology: #18 nationally
Pediatric Orthopedics: #24 nationally
Neonatology: #28 nationally
Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery: #37 nationally
Pediatric Nephrology: #42 nationally
Pediatric Pulmonology and Lung Surgery: #42 nationally
Pediatric Behavioral Health*: Top 50 nationally
Newsweek America's Best Children's Hospitals (2026):
Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery: Ranked 35th in the nation and #1 in Florida*
Other Honors and Verifications:
Trauma and Surgical Verifications: Holds both American College of Surgeons Trauma Verification and Children's Surgical Verification (the only pediatric facility in Florida with both).
Trauma Level: Central Florida's only Level One Pediatric Trauma Center.
Leapfrog Group: Named a Top Children's Hospital with an "A" rating for patient safety.
Beacon Award: Gold-Level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) for pediatric hematology/oncology and critical care units.
Make-A-Wish*: Recipient of the 2026 Corporate & Foundation Impact Award from Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida.
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
- Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
- Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
- Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
- Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
- Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
- “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out-of-pocket costs
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
- Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
- Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions:
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care and/or intermediate care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Training:
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Advance floor or entry Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
Licensure/Certification:
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
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Which companies sponsor visas for respiratory therapists in Florida?
Florida's largest hospital systems are the most active sponsors. AdventHealth, HCA Florida Healthcare, Jackson Health System, Tampa General Hospital, and Orlando Health have all sponsored respiratory therapists through employment-based visa categories. Staffing and travel healthcare agencies operating in Florida also sponsor internationally trained therapists, though terms and petition types vary by employer. Checking each employer's HR documentation and LCA disclosure data gives the clearest picture of sponsorship activity.
Which visa types are most common for respiratory therapist roles in Florida?
Respiratory therapy qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree, making H-1B visa the most common visa path. However, many Florida employers also sponsor through EB-3 (skilled worker) immigrant visa petitions, which suits candidates seeking permanent residence. Candidates from countries with qualifying trade agreements, such as Australia or Chile, may have access to E-3 visa or H-1B1 visa alternatives. Each employer's willingness to file varies, so confirming sponsorship capability early in the hiring process matters.
Which cities in Florida have the most respiratory therapist sponsorship jobs?
Miami, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville concentrate the highest volume of respiratory therapist openings with visa sponsorship potential. Miami's large hospital networks and internationally diverse patient population make it particularly active for internationally trained clinicians. Orlando's growing hospital corridor and Tampa's major academic medical centers also generate consistent demand. Smaller markets like Fort Lauderdale, Gainesville, and Pensacola see lower volume but can have less competitive hiring conditions.
How to find respiratory therapist visa sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for international candidates seeking visa-sponsoring employers. You can filter by state and role to surface respiratory therapist positions in Florida where employers have indicated sponsorship willingness. Beyond browsing the Migrate Mate job board, reviewing Labor Condition Application disclosure data from the Department of Labor helps identify which Florida hospitals have historically sponsored respiratory therapists, giving you a targeted list of employers worth approaching directly.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for respiratory therapists pursuing visa sponsorship?
Florida requires respiratory therapists to hold a state license through the Florida Department of Health before practicing, which means international candidates must verify credential equivalency and pass required exams prior to or alongside the visa process. Florida's large retiree population and high prevalence of cardiopulmonary conditions sustain strong demand in long-term care and home health settings alongside hospitals. Programs at the University of Florida and University of South Florida produce domestic graduates, so employer demand for internationally trained candidates tends to concentrate in high-volume acute care facilities.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored respiratory therapist jobs in Florida?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.