Registered Respiratory Therapist

University Hospitals; Conneaut (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Free parking

Full benefits and retirement

Education support

Enhanced PTO

Job summary

University Hospitals Conneaut Medical Center seeks a seasoned Registered Respiratory Therapist to join our night-shift team in a fast-paced acute care environment.

The role requires an RRT and Ohio license, with 1+ year critical care experience preferred; BLS is required, PALS is a plus. We offer a $10,000 sign-on bonus, full benefits, and ongoing education support.

Qualifications

• Must hold Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapy experience preferred.
• Ohio license granted by the Ohio Medical Board required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical ventilation support and airway clearance therapy.
• Deliver oxygen and humidity therapy as prescribed.
• Adhere to hospital policies and PHI protection; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RRT

Critical think

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist (260006XI)

Registered Respiratory Therapist - (260006XI)

"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world‑class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference.

Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the UH Conneaut Medical Center offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues.

We currently offer an opportunity for a full‑time nights, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Conneaut.

Benefits

• A$10,000 sign‑on bonus
• Free parking for regular status caregivers
• Full benefits and retirement
• Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience

A Brief Overview

The therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.

What You Will Do

• Mechanical ventilation
• Airway clearance therapy
• Oxygen and humidity therapy

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)

Work Experience

• 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Strongly Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
• Current RCP Ohio License granted by the Ohio Medical Board (Required)
• AARC membership within 6 months of hire date (Required)
• NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)

Position Details/Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of recent, critical care experience is strongly preferred. Must be able to work independently. The position is (3) 12 hour night shifts, Mon‑Fri, every 3 rd weekend, and rotating holidays.