Registered Respiratory Therapist

Cleveland Clinic; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated caregivers to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will provide evidence-based clinical care to patients with chronic respiratory disorders, ensuring they feel supported throughout their treatment journey. Working nights, you will assess and monitor patients, implement care plans, and educate families about community resources. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in patients' lives while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Join a team that values compassion, teamwork, and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Supportive work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program required.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for patients with respiratory issues.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory illnesses.

Skills

Compassionate Patient Care

Assessment and Evaluation

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Respiratory Care Equipment

Job description

***This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to 5,000***

Join Cleveland Clinic and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will work alongside a dedicated team of caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career.

In this role 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, 6:00PM - 6:30AM.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

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

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

1. Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
2. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
3. Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure.
4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

1. Prior experience in Critical Care.
2. Bachelor's Degree.

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

1. Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
2. Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.
3. May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.

Personal Protective Equipment:

1. Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.