Registered Respiratory Therapist

University Hospitals; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A $10,000 sign-on bonus

Free parking

Full benefits and retirement

Support for continuing education

Enhanced PTO for 5+ years of experience

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Parma, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy and must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist. The role involves providing critical care including mechanical ventilation and airway clearance therapy. The position offers competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus of $10,000.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical ventilation to patients.
• Administer airway clearance therapy.
• Deliver oxygen and humidity therapy.

Skills

Mechanical ventilation

Airway clearance therapy

Oxygen and humidity therapy

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist (250007FI)

Registered Respiratory Therapist - (250007FI)

"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.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the University Hospitals Parma 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 days, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Parma.

Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:

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

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

Work Experience

• 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required Upon Hire)
• Ohio Respiratory License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
• NRP Certification (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)
• American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)

At least one year of recent experience is preferred. Previous work in a hospital is also preferred. Position is for (3) 12 hr. shifts: 6:00am-6:00pm; Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays.