Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time

University Hospitals; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Free parking for regular status caregivers

Full benefits and retirement

Support for continuing education

Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years experience

Job summary

University Hospitals is looking for a part time Registered Respiratory Therapist for the Geauga Medical Center in Chardon, Ohio. This role is crucial for patient care, aiding individuals with breathing issues. You will join a collaborative team, ensuring quality respiratory therapy while benefiting from a $5,000 sign-on bonus and full benefits.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's and Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory, along with RRT certification. The job includes responsibilities like mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.
• Perform mechanical ventilation and airway clearance therapy.
• Maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for patients.

Skills

Mechanical ventilation

Airway clearance therapy

Oxygen and humidity therapy

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory

Job description

Job Description - Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time (26000504)

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time - ( 26000504 )

"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 Geauga 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 days, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Chardon.

Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:

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

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)
• 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)
• AARC membership within 6 months of hire date (Required)
• NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)

Position Details/Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of recent experience is preferred. Position is for 24 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with rotating weekends and holidays.