Registered Respiratory Therapist/per diem

Wood County Hospital; Ohio; In loco; USD 55.000 - 83.000; Part-time

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Wood County Hospital is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist per diem to provide high-quality respiratory care on-site. You will collaborate with the care team to assess and treat cardiopulmonary conditions, perform diagnostics, and educate patients and families to promote recovery and long-term outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold an Ohio RCP license, NBRC RRT credentials, and certifications (BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP) within 90 days. Per diem hours vary with patient needs and department demand.

Competenze

• Associate degree in respiratory therapy from a CoARC approved program.
• Ohio licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP).
• RRT credentialed through NBRC; BLS/ACLS/PALS/NRP within 90 days of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy or related field preferred.
• 1 year acute care experience and/or 2 years in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

Mansioni

• Conduct thorough respiratory assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver respiratory treatments and rehabilitation regimens; monitor responses.
• Perform diagnostic tests (e.g., blood gas) and provide emergency interventions as needed.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and respiratory care.
• Coordinate scheduling, equipment, and communication with providers for seamless care.

Formazione

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy (CoARC approved)

Ohio licensure as an RCP

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Strumenti

NBRC RRT credential

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

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Registered Respiratory Therapist/per diem# Careers## Registered Respiratory Therapist/per diemApply: Main Hospital: Variable time: Posted Yesterday: JR-2026-0471Elevate your career at Wood County Hospital, where you're not just a number – you're a vital part of a team making a real difference.Registered Respiratory Therapist/per diemThe Registered Respiratory Therapist provides high-quality, evidence-based respiratory care to patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions. The Registered Respiratory Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes through assessment, treatment, monitoring of clinical responses, emergency response, and provide education to promote recovery, improved quality of life and long-term health outcomes. Registered Respiratory Therapist is an onsite position.**Essential Functions*** Conduct thorough respiratory assessments, collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team and/or Medical Director to develop individualized treatment plans, and evaluate patient responses to therapies.* Deliver respiratory treatments and rehabilitation regimens, ensuring patient safety, exercise tolerance, and clinical effectiveness. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.* Perform diagnostic tests (e.g., blood gas analysis) and provide emergency interventions such as CPR, airway management, and mechanical ventilation when needed.* Educate patients, families, and healthcare teams on disease management, lifestyle modifications, respiratory care practices, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.* Manage program logistics, including scheduling, equipment, insurance, and communication with healthcare providers to ensure seamless care during hospitalization and post-discharge.* Prepare, prevent, protect and respond to support our culture of safety.* Works hours per week in accordance with offer letter or per attributes of position at transfer request. May be expected to work longer hours as necessary.* Other duties as assigned.**Requirements**Education: Associate degree in respiratory therapy from a CoARC approved programLicense: Ohio licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) through the Ohio State Medical BoardExperience: NoneCertification:* Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialed through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)* BLS within 90 days of hire* ACLS within 90 days of hire* PALS within 90 days of hire* NRP within 90 days of hire**Preferred**Education: Bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy or related healthcare fieldLicense: NoneExperience: One (1) year of acute care experience and/or Two (2) years in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**1. In an 8 to 12-hour workday, employee stands/walks (hours at one time): [] 0-2 [] 2-4 [] 4-6 [] 6-8 [X] 9-122. In an 8 to 12-hour workday, employees sit (hours at one time/hours during the day): [X] 0-2 [] 2-4 [] 4-6 [] 6-8 [] 9-123. Employee lifts: [] up to 10 [] 10-20 [] 20-50 [X] over 50#4. Lifting as indicated in item 3 above is performed during the workday: [] occasionally [X] frequently [] continuously# 5. Employee uses hands for repetitive: a. Simple grasping: [X] yes [] no b. Pushing/pulling [X] yes [] no c. Fine manipulation [X] yes [] no6. Employee uses feet for repetitive movement in operating foot controls: [] yes [X] no7. Employee must be able to: a. Bend [X] frequently [] occasionally [] not at all b. Squat [X] frequently [] occasionally [] not at all c. Kneel [X] frequently [] occasionally [] not at all d. Climb [X] frequently [] occasionally [] not at all