Entry-Level Respiratory Care Therapist

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I at Urbana Hospital. This role involves assessing patients, administering respiratory therapy, and educating them and their families on their care plans. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital for interacting effectively with a diverse patient population.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree related to respiratory therapy, a current Ohio license, and preferably registered certification. Competitive benefits, including health coverage and tuition assistance, are offered.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Care License in Ohio required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) preferred.
• 6 months of experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care through patient assessment and intervention.
• Perform all respiratory procedures including oxygen delivery and ventilator care.
• Educate patients and families on respiratory therapies.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient assessment

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree related to Respiratory Therapy/Health care

Tools

Oximeters

CPAP/BiPap

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I at Urbana Hospital. This role involves assessing patients, administering respiratory therapy, and educating them and their families on their care plans. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are vital for interacting effectively with a diverse patient population.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree related to respiratory therapy, a current Ohio license, and preferably registered certification. Competitive benefits, including health coverage and tuition assistance, are offered.