Resp Therapist II - Emergency Room - Springfield - PT/Nights

Kettering Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their new medical center in Springfield, Ohio. The role involves providing high-level clinical respiratory care, ensuring accurate documentation, and occasionally leading teams. Ideal candidates will have strong clinical judgment and relevant certifications. Join us in transforming healthcare through quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Active AARC membership with knowledge in acute/critical care.
• Supervisory capabilities and current BLS, ACLS, P, and NRP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level clinical respiratory care under indirect supervision.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all records.
• Occasionally serve as Lead Therapist or Clinical Instructor.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Documentation

Patient Care

Education

Graduates of a 2–4-year AMA-accredited Respiratory Program

Job description

Overview:

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system comprising 13 medical centers and over 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience by providing high-quality care across all life stages. Our mission is service-oriented, demonstrated daily through patient care, training future healthcare professionals, and international outreach initiatives.

Campus Overview:

Kettering Health Springfield

This one-story, 42,000-square-foot medical center, located at 2300 N. Limestone St., is scheduled to open in spring 2022.

Available services include:

• 24/7 emergency center with lab and imaging services
• Primary care and specialty medical offices

The facility will employ approximately 50 full-time staff and is projected to cost $20 million to build.
This new location enhances Kettering Health’s existing Springfield services, including a primary care office on Middle Urbana Rd. and a health center on Emmanuel Way offering imaging, physical and occupational therapy, primary care, and specialty services.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform high-level clinical respiratory care under indirect supervision, as assigned by the supervisor or team leader.
• Model a strong approach to all network initiatives, embodying KHN's mission, vision, and values.
• Perform various respiratory procedures daily under indirect supervision for all age groups, following departmental policies.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and discretion in applying policies and procedures.
• Maintain productivity at or above required levels.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all records.
• Occasionally serve as Lead Therapist, shift Team Leader, or Clinical Instructor, as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Education: Graduates of a 2–4-year AMA-accredited Respiratory Program.

Required Licenses (Ohio, USA):
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner for Ohio
Credentials issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care.

Additional Qualifications:
Active AARC membership, with demonstrated knowledge in acute/critical care related to cardiopulmonary diseases, involvement in precepting in critical care areas, supervisory capabilities, current BLS, ACLS, P, and NRP certifications relevant to the work area.