Respiratory Assistant - Limited Permit

Mount Carmel Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Employee referral rewards

Diversity & Inclusion groups

DailyPay access

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System is seeking a Respiratory Assistant II for a part-time, rotating shift role in Columbus, Ohio. The incumbent administers respiratory therapy on the floor under supervision and collaborates with the care team to deliver patient-focused services.

The position requires enrollment in a respiratory care program, an Ohio Limited Permit, and current BLS certification. The hospital highlights strong benefits, tuition assistance, and daily-pay options for staff.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in and in good standing in a formal respiratory care program.
• Maintains a current Limited Permit from the Ohio Medical Board.
• Maintain current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers and performs respiratory therapy floor care under direct supervision.
• Demonstrates clinical skills and teamwork in hospital areas.
• Provides excellent customer service to stakeholders.
• Initiates and administers therapeutic procedures and diagnostic tests per policy.
• Records patient assessments in medical records and maintains departmental records.
• Follows patient identification procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Customer service

Documentation

Patient identification

Education

Limited Permit Ohio Medical Board

BLS certification

Tools

None

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

Position Purpose

The Respiratory Assistant II functions in administering and performing respiratory therapy floor care under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner.

What You Will Do

• Demonstrates clinical skills and knowledge to work in areas of the hospital and practice within their Limited Permit issued by the State of Ohio.
• Demonstrates ability to work as a team with coworkers.
• Provides excellent customer service to all stakeholders.
• Initiates and administers therapeutic procedures and diagnostic test in accordance with departmental policy and procedures
• Records information/patient assessment on the patient’s medical record and maintains departmental records.
• Practices proper patient identification procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Enrolled in, and in good standing in a formal respiratory care educational program.
• Licensure / Certification: Maintains a current Limited Permit from the Ohio Medical Board. Verification of licensure will be maintained throughout employment.
• Maintain current BLS certification.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Mount Carmel Health System recognized by Forbes in 2025 as one of America’s Best State Employers.
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one.
• RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible colleague, you'll be able to see how much you've made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our five hospitals, free‑standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.