Night Shift Respiratory Therapist - Life-Changing Care

OhioHealth; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Marion, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate the patient’s breathing. You will evaluate respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness and communicate findings to other health care professionals.

This role may serve as charge therapist in the absence of the manager. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing treatments, observing patients, and ensuring airway support.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• NBRC certification required.
• RRT credential recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records and communicates information.
• Administers MDI, nebulization, and breathing support therapies; monitors patient response and notifies care team.
• Prepares for treatments by following physician orders and assembling equipment; explains procedures to patients.

Education

Associate's Degree

NBRC certification

RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

OhioHealth in Marion, VA is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate the patient’s breathing. You will evaluate respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness and communicate findings to other health care professionals.

This role may serve as charge therapist in the absence of the manager. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing treatments, observing patients, and ensuring airway support.