Entry-Level Respiratory Care Practitioner | Night Shift

Saint Luke's Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform all aspects of the respiratory and, where applicable, cardiopulmonary scope of practice. The role involves diagnostic testing, patient assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the medical team.

The position emphasizes patient and family education, discharge planning and active participation in performance improvement and continuing education activities to support system growth and

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of applicable experience.
• BLS certification and Respiratory Therapist license(s) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of the respiratory therapist scope of practice and cardiopulmonary scope where applicable.
• Conduct diagnostic and metabolic testing, patient assessment, and treatment planning.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, analyze and report clinical responses.
• Collaborate with medical staff and health care team to ensure quality patient and family care.
• Educate patients and families and participate in discharge planning and education.
• Engage in performance improvement activities and continuing education.

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

BLS Certification

Respiratory Therapist License

RRT Credential

Job description

Saint Luke's Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to perform all aspects of the respiratory and, where applicable, cardiopulmonary scope of practice. The role involves diagnostic testing, patient assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the medical team.

The position emphasizes patient and family education, discharge planning and active participation in performance improvement and continuing education activities to support system growth and