Registered Respiratory Therapist

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus: Full Time – $10,000, Part Time – $5,000

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a qualified therapist in Pulmonary Services to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that facilitate effective breathing for patients. This role includes evaluating care, communicating findings with healthcare professionals, and maintaining patient records.

Applicants must have an Associate's Degree, valid driver's license for Home Care, and necessary certifications. The position may involve varied shifts and is positioned within a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and required certifications in respiratory care.
• Valid state driver's license if working in Home Care.
• Minimum of 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Administer therapeutic procedures to facilitate patient breathing.
• Evaluate respiratory care appropriateness and communicate findings.
• Prepare for patient treatments and maintain necessary records.

Skills

Respiratory therapy

Patient care

Communication

Emergency response

Education

Associate’s Degree

CPR Certification

Tools

Mechanical ventilation

Arterial blood gas sampling

Job description

Job Description Summary

This position administers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate the patient's breathing. The role evaluates respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness, communicates findings and results to other health care professionals, and may serve as charge therapist in the absence of a manager or supervisor.

Available Opportunities

• Day Shift – Full‑Time/Part‑Time/Part‑Time Casual (PRN)
• Night Shift – Full‑Time/Part‑Time/Part‑Time Casual (PRN)
• Sign‑on bonus eligible: Full Time – $10,000, Part Time – $5,000

Responsibilities And Duties

• Maintains records and communicates information.
• Administers MDI, medication nebulization, posture drainage, positive pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation, oxygen and aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry; observes patient during treatments; performs auscultation, checks pulse and respiratory rate; notifies Medical or Nursing Personnel of any adverse reactions; records pertinent data on patient charts; carries out interventions appropriate to patient age, sex, physical and developmental needs.
• Prepares for patient treatment: receives orders from Physicians and Advanced Practice Practitioners; reviews requests to determine treatment requirements; prioritizes work assignments; gathers necessary materials and equipment and transports to patient’s bedside; prepares medications; explains treatment and breathing procedures to patient; follows protocols.
• Maintains the patient airway, including the use of artificial airway; achieves adequate respiratory support for patient; performs intubation in emergency situations as per care‑site policy.
• Performs invasive procedures such as suctioning and arterial blood gas sampling/analysis to ensure proper airway function and to provide relevant diagnostic data.
• Responds to stat calls, codes, emergency response calls (RAT; RRT; etc.) and participates in trauma and resuscitation procedures; assists with transport of patients requiring ventilator support.
• Upholds High Reliability Organization (HRO) standards focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (Required)
• DL‑HC – Driver’s License (only if in a Home Care department)
• NBRC – National Board of Respiratory Care; RRT – Registered Respiratory Therapist (American Association for Respiratory Care)

Additional Job Description

• Respiratory Care or Certificate of Program Completion in Respiratory Care
• NBRC‑RRT registry
• Ohio License (Ohio Limited Permit acceptable)
• CPR Certification

For this position (Home Care only)

• Valid state driver’s license
• Minimum of 18 years old
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Proof of insurance if applicable.

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Department

Pulmonary Services

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate‑employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.