Registered Respiratory Therapist

Cleveland Clinic; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 50,626 - 66,882; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $7,500

Healthcare and dental benefits

Retirement savings account contributions

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Avon Hospital. In this role, you will provide clinical care to patients of all ages, focusing on those with chronic respiratory disorders. This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a Magnet Hospital recognized for its nursing excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in Respiratory Therapy, RRT certification, and BLS certification. A comprehensive benefits package is available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
• Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, care and evaluation to patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Direct respiratory caregivers for delivery of care.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities and evaluate respiratory practice.
• Educate patients and families about the illness and provide information about community support groups.

Job description

This position is eligible for a sign‑on bonus for up to $7,500*.

Join Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital and experience world‑class healthcare at its best. Avon Hospital provides state‑of‑the‑art healthcare to all its patients and is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you will provide evidence‑based clinical care to patients of all ages, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported throughout the entire treatment process. Many of these patients struggle with chronic respiratory disorders, so compassion and understanding are essential. In this role, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients every day, all while gaining extensive hands‑on experience and knowledge.

A caregiver in this position works nights from 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. with rotating weekend requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide assessment, treatment, care and evaluation to patients with respiratory insufficiencies.
• Direct respiratory caregivers for delivery of care.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Assess patients for the appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develop, implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
• Perform advanced respiratory care modalities, evaluate respiratory practice, administer medications/treatments and perform blood gas puncture and analysis.
• Educate patients and families about the illness and provide information about community support groups and other programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior experience in critical care
• Neonatal/Pediatric experience.
• Prior experience performing invasive procedures

Physical Requirements

• Good manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.
• May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are more than those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $36.75

Maximum hourly: $48.55

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).