Registered Respiratory Therapist

OhioHealth Corporation; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available for full-time:

Sign-on bonus available for part-time:

Job summary

Marion General Hospital, part of OhioHealth, is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to support diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care. You will administer treatments, monitor patients, and communicate findings to the care team.

The role requires NBRC-RRT certification, Ohio license, and CPR. You may assume charge therapist responsibilities as needed, with a focus on safety, quality, and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Required).
• NBRC-RRT registry and Ohio licensure required.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers MDI, nebulization and inhalation therapies.
• Monitors patient condition and communicates results to care team.
• Performs airway management and participates in emergency responses.
• Maintains accurate patient records and supports safety and quality goals.

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Ventilator management

Nebulization therapy

Oxygen therapy

Job description

## Registered Respiratory TherapistApply: MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL: Full time: Posted Today: JR161054**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.**Job Description Summary:**This job posting includes multiple openings. Available opportunities include: -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 This position administers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate the patient's breathing. Responsible for evaluating respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness and communicates findings/results to other health care professionals. This position may perform role of charge therapist in absence of manager/supervisor.**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, etc.; 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 need. Prepares for patient treatment: receives orders from Physicians and Advanced Practice Practitioners for treatment; reviews requests to determine requirements for treatments; 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. If applicable, per care-site policy, performs intubation in emergency situations, 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 (known as RAT; RRT; etc.) and participates in trauma and resuscitation procedures; assists with transport of patients requiring ventilator support. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time**Minimum Qualifications:**Associate's Degree (Required)DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, NBRC - National Board of Respiratory Care - The National Board for 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, in the Home Care department only, Minimum Qualifications include: Valid state driver’s license, Minimum of eighteen (18) years old, Have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), Must provide proof of insurance, if applicable.****Work Shift:**Variable**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**0**Department**Pulmonary Services