Registered Respiratory Therapist

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

Job summary

OhioHealth is looking for a qualified Respiratory Therapist who will administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate patients' breathing and ensure high-quality respiratory care. The ideal candidate will evaluate treatment effectiveness and communicate results effectively with healthcare personnel.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care and a current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Strong communication skills and experience with patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
• Experience in administering respiratory care treatments.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures.
• Evaluate respiratory care for effectiveness.
• Communicate findings and results to healthcare professionals.
• Perform charge therapist duties as needed.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Patient Care

Communication

Record Keeping

Education

Associate's Degree

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Tools

Medical Equipment

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

This job posting includes multiple openings.

Available Opportunities

• Day Shift – Full‑Time/Part‑Time/Casual (PRN)
• Night Shift – Full‑Time/Part‑Time/Casual (PRN)

Sign-On Bonus

• 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. The position may perform the role of charge therapist in the absence of the 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 (RAT; RRT; etc.) and participates in trauma and resuscitation procedures; assists with transport of patients requiring ventilator support.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), focuses on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (required).
• DL‑HC – Driver’s License (required only in a Home Care department).
• Diploma or certificate from a state‑approved Respiratory Care program or discipline.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the American Association for Respiratory Care.
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) registration.

Additional Job Description

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

Work Shift

Variable.

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.