RESP THERP II - REG

Premier Health; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health in Middletown, OH is seeking an experienced Respiratory Therapist II to deliver comprehensive respiratory care across patient populations. You will perform assessments, administer therapies, and evaluate responses while coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient experiences.

Requirements include an Associate Degree in Respiratory Care, Ohio licensure, NBRC RRT credential, and BLS/ACLS; NRP and PALS within 6 months as available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Care or NBRC registry requirements.
• Ohio Respiratory Care License and NBRC RRT credential.
• BLS and ACLS required; NRP and PALS within 6 months of hire or course availability.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory assessment and therapy administration.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient experience.
• Maintain compliance with Ohio Respiratory Care Laws and hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory care.

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Qualifications

The Respiratory Therapist (RT II) functions in a skilled role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence in the practice of respiratory care. The RT II is responsible for the respiratory assessment, therapeutic treatment, evaluation, testing, education, and communication for all patient populations served. The RT II will coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to promote excellent patient experience. The RT II is responsible for maintaining compliance with the Ohio Respiratory Care Laws, applicable regulatory standards, and institutional and system policies.

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate DegreeAssociate degree

Additional requirements:

• § Type of degree: Applied Science or EquivalentApplied Science or Equivalent
• § Area of study or major: Respiratory Care or NBRC approved registry requirementsRespiratory Care or NBRC approved registry requirements
• § Preferred educational qualifications: Bachelors DegreeBachelor’s degree

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Valid Ohio Respiratory Care License
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential through NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
• BLS
• ACLS
• NRP certification required within 6 months of hire or based upon course availability
• PALS certification required within 6 months of hire or based upon course availability