Respiratory Care Practitioner I — Ventilation & Therapy

Mercy Health; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I at Urbana Hospital tasked with providing comprehensive respiratory care through patient assessment, education, and intervention. This role involves performing procedures like oxygen and medication delivery, ventilator management, bronchodilator therapy, and educating patients on respiratory techniques.

The ideal candidate will hold a current Respiratory Care License in Ohio and have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in healthcare settings preferred. Join Mercy Health in making a difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Respiratory Care License in Ohio is required.
• National Board for Respiratory Care credentialing required.
• Previous experience in ambulatory or acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care through patient assessment and intervention.
• Perform all respiratory care procedures including oxygen delivery and ventilator care.
• Educate patients on respiratory therapies and monitor their responses.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment

Understanding of EKGs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy/Healthcare

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner I at Urbana Hospital tasked with providing comprehensive respiratory care through patient assessment, education, and intervention. This role involves performing procedures like oxygen and medication delivery, ventilator management, bronchodilator therapy, and educating patients on respiratory techniques.

The ideal candidate will hold a current Respiratory Care License in Ohio and have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in healthcare settings preferred. Join Mercy Health in making a difference in patient care.