Certified Respiratory Therapist - Diley Ridge - Full Time Night Shift

Mount Carmel Health System; Canal Winchester (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Respiratory Therapist to join their compassionate team. This role involves delivering exceptional care to patients, supporting clinical services across various departments, and ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in respiratory therapy, relevant licensure, and a passion for patient care. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Respiratory Professional License and National Board Respiratory Credential required.
• Clinical experience with adult and pediatric respiratory procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides care sensitive to patients' physical and emotional needs.
• Performs diagnostic respiratory testing and therapeutic procedures.
• Collaborates with healthcare team in critical situations.

Skills

Self-directed

Motivated

Organized

Leadership

Teamwork

Effective Communication

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

In accordance with the mission of Diley Ridge Medical Center (DRMC), the Certified Respiratory Therapist:

• Provides care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
• Functions as part of a team, accountable for diagnostic respiratory testing and therapeutic procedures within organizational standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Supports clinical care in the Emergency Department, Inpatient Unit, Imaging Services, and Outpatient Draw Station.

Responsible for the delivery of care and services to patients within the Medical Center campus, including duties and responsibilities not specifically listed.

Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Education: Graduate of an approved School for Respiratory Therapy, leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Ohio Respiratory Professional License and National Board Respiratory Credential (post 7/1/2002).
• Experience: Clinical experience with adult and pediatric respiratory procedures, including aerosolized medication delivery, mechanical ventilation, intubation assistance, pulmonary function studies, emergency care, and arterial blood gases.
• Skills: Self-directed, motivated, organized, leadership, teamwork, effective communication, BLS, ACLS (within 3 months), PALS (within 3 months).

Job Responsibilities:

Essential Responsibilities:

Service Excellence:

• Exhibits Service Excellence Behavior Standards.
• Models professionalism, friendliness, courtesy, and effective communication.
• Performs patient and family rounding, providing updates and resolving issues.

Clinical Practice:

• Performs basic and critical care respiratory therapies and assessments.
• Conducts diagnostic testing and maintains equipment.
• Participates in critical situations and collaborates with healthcare team.

Collaboration & Education:

• Communicates with team members and provides patient/family education.

Delegation & Communication:

• Directs support staff and maintains effective communication.

Continuity Planning & Safe Practice:

• Contributes to discharge planning, verifies orders, administers medications, and responds to emergencies.

Documentation & Computer Skills:

• Ensures accurate documentation and utilizes computer systems effectively.

Other Responsibilities:

• Supports organizational integrity, safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

Potential Exposures:

Includes blood & body fluid contact, infectious diseases, chemicals, and other hazards, with appropriate precautions.

Population Specific Criteria:

Knowledge of interventions for various age groups, including infants, children, adults, and geriatrics.

Equipment Used:

List of equipment used to perform functions of the position.