Registered Respiratory Therapist - L&D/NICU: Concord

University Hospitals; Concord (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Concord seeks a part-time Registered Respiratory Therapist to support newborn and OB patients. The ideal candidate will perform mechanical ventilation, airway clearance therapy, and oxygen therapy, requiring RRT certification. The position involves rotating shifts and some travel to the main campus. A minimum of 1 year of experience in Respiratory Therapy is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Respiratory Therapy preferred.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist certification required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support newborn and OB patients in the acute care hospital.
• Perform respiratory therapy with minimal supervision.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Support newborn and OB patients in NICU and deliveries as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical ventilation

Airway clearance therapy

Oxygen and humidity therapy

BLS

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist - L&D/NICU: Concord (2500092J)

Registered Respiratory Therapist - L&D/NICU: Concord - ( 2500092J )

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 TriPoint 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 part time nights, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support newborn and OB patients in our acute care hospital in Concord.

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

Work Experience

• 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (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)
• American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)
• NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)

Position Details/Preferred Qualifications

This role is for our special care nursery, women laboring, and infant resuscitation during deliveries. Must have at least 2 years of experience in the NICU and attending deliveries. The schedule is for, (2) 12 hour day shifts, Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays. The primary location is TriPoint Medical Center in Concord, but 25% travel to our main campus in Cleveland (Rainbow Babies & Children’s) is required to maintain skills.