Resp Therapist I - EMERGENCY ROOM

Kettering Health; Middletown (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Middletown in Middletown, OH is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist for a full-time, 12-hour night shift to join our clinical team.

You will perform advanced respiratory care under indirect supervision, demonstrate strong critical care knowledge, and contribute to departments’ documentation and patient care accuracy. The role may include leading responsibilities and teaching opportunities, with adherence to hospital policies and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduates of a 2–4-year AMA approved Respiratory Program.
• Active licensure as Respiratory Therapist in Ohio and RRT certification.
• ACLS, BLS, and NRP knowledge and precepting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform high level clinical respiratory care under indirect supervision.
• Model KHN mission, vision, and values while supporting network initiatives.
• Perform various respiratory procedures under indirect supervision for all ages.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment and policy interpretation.
• Maintain productivity at or above required levels.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all records.
• May serve as Lead Therapist, shift Team Leader, or clinical Instructor as assigned.

Skills

Respiratory Therapy

Clinical Judgment

Documentation

Education

AMA approved Respiratory Program

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Middletown | Middletown | Full Time | 12 hour Night shift

Job Details

Kettering Health Middletown | Middletown | Full Time | 12 hour Night shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

• To perform high level clinical respiratory care under indirect technical supervision as assigned by the supervisor or team leader.
• Additional the position demonstrates a strong approach to all network initiatives and will be a role model for KHN mission, vision, and values.
• Performs various respiratory procedures on a day-to-day basis under indirect supervision for all age group as specified per campus departmental policy
• Exercises good independent clinical judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures
• Maintains productivity at or above required levels.
• Assures correct documentation of all records
• Occasionally performs the role of Lead Therapist, shift Team Leader, or clinical Instructor as assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education Graduates of a 2–4-year AMA approved Respiratory Program

Required Licenses [Ohio, United States] Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner for the State of Ohio Credentials issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care

Active AARC member must demonstrate acute/critical care knowledge as it relates to cardiopulmonary diseases states, involved in precepting acute/critical care areas, supervisor capabilities, current BLS with ACLS, P, and NRP for respective work area.

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.