Per Diem Respiratory Therapist — Impactful Acute Care

Wood County Hospital; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Wood County Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist on a per diem basis to provide high-quality respiratory care. The role involves assessments, treatments, monitoring, and education to promote recovery and outcomes in acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.

This is an onsite position with opportunities to collaborate across the care team. Responsibilities include diagnostic testing, CPR and airway management when needed, and coordination of care with physicians and staff to

Qualifications

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy from AC/CoARC accredited program.
• Ohio licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) required.
• RRT credential from NBRC.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct respiratory assessments and develop treatment plans with the care team.
• Deliver respiratory treatments and monitor patient responses.
• Perform diagnostic tests and emergency interventions as needed.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and care plans.
• Coordinate with care team to ensure safe, effective hospitalization and discharge.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment delivery

Emergency response

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Blood gas analysis

Job description

Wood County Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist on a per diem basis to provide high-quality respiratory care. The role involves assessments, treatments, monitoring, and education to promote recovery and outcomes in acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions.

This is an onsite position with opportunities to collaborate across the care team. Responsibilities include diagnostic testing, CPR and airway management when needed, and coordination of care with physicians and staff to