Respiratory Care Practitioner II – Fairfield Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is hiring a Respiratory Care Practitioner II at Fairfield Hospital. This role involves patient assessment and the delivery of respiratory care, including therapies and interventions. Responsibilities include monitoring therapies, assisting in procedures, and patient education.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including competitive pay, medical coverage, and professional development support, aiming to enhance the health and well-being of our community.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional required.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care through patient assessment and intervention.
• Administer oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery.
• Monitor patient responses to therapies and modify as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment

Proficiency in therapeutic procedures

Understanding EKGs and electronic monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy

Tools

CPAP/BiPAP

Oxygen therapy equipment

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Béry Health is a faith‑based and patient‑focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well‑being of all people through exceptional patient care. The organization values compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect, and seeks individuals committed to these principles to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Respiratory Care Practitioner II – Fairfield Hospital

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Practitioner II is responsible for providing respiratory care through patient assessment, planning, intervention, education, and evaluation. This includes performing all respiratory care procedures such as oxygen and aerosolized medication delivery, ventilator care, bronchial hygiene therapy, diagnostic services, and patient and staff education. The practitioner monitors patient responses to therapies and makes recommendations for modifications based on assessment.

Essential Functions

• Serve as shift “Charge Therapist,” ensuring adequate staffing and assigning respiratory care staff to work areas, modifying assignments, assisting with meal coverage, fielding call‑offs, and maintaining staffing levels for the next shift.
• Assist physicians in procedures such as bronchoscopy, transtracheal catheter insertion, tracheotomy intubation (if performed by respiratory therapy in the facility), tracheostomy endotracheal tube changes, and invasive monitoring.
• Perform CPR, including closed‑chest compressions and airway management techniques in accordance with the AHA ACLS protocol.
• Conduct therapeutic procedures to maintain a patient airway, including use of appropriate airways, humidification, aspiration of secretions, extubation, cuff pressure maintenance, and documentation in patient and department records.
• Select, assemble, monitor, and evaluate mechanical ventilators, correct malfunctions, maintain cleanliness, and determine appropriate use based on patient condition.
• Perform pulmonary function tests (PFT) as needed.
• Serve as a preceptor to new team members and/or students.
• Assess patient physical status by inspection, palpation, auscultation, percussion, behavioral observation, and review of existing data.
• Perform treatments per physician orders, explain therapy and goals to patients, and modify procedures based on patient response.
• Determine appropriateness of prescribed therapy and recommend methods to physicians, including IPPB, aerosol therapy, postural drainage, percussion, ultrasonic nebulizer, incentive spirometry, metered dose inhalers, spacers, etc.
• Set up and maintain various oxygen therapy modes to achieve adequate PaO₂ levels.
• Administer IPPB or aerosol therapy, prepare medication, adjust devices, document vital signs, evaluate productiveness, and judge potential adverse reactions.
• Give postural drainage, vibration, percussion to ensure proper bronchial secretion drainage.
• Instruct patients and families on incentive spirometry, metered dose inhaler use, postural drainage, oxygen therapy, ventilator care, and home aerosol therapy.
• Obtain sputum for culture and sensitivity or perform airway clearance, including mucolytics, aerosol therapy, or suctioning.
• Evaluate normal and pathologic blood and urine laboratory values.
• Perform arterial punctures, analyze, and interpret arterial blood gas (ABG). Perform arterial line procedures with sterile technique and safety precautions.
• May perform EKGs; understand electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Maintain all respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
• Respond to cardiopulmonary resuscitations and actively participate as indicated by clinical circumstances.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree related to Respiratory Therapy, Health Care, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration (preferred).

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Current Respiratory Care License in the state of employment (required).
• National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credential (required).
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (preferred).
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required).
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association or Red Cross (required).
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association (required).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AAP/AWHONN (preferred).
• Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist (CPFT) (preferred).
• Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) (preferred).
• ACCS (Adult Critical Care Specialist) – NBRC (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license (required for Home Care/DME).

Experience

• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional (required).

Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
• Excellent communication, customer service, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to receive feedback, gather and interpret data, and maintain accountability.
• Knowledge of non‑invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters and end‑tidal CO₂ analyzers.
• Proficiency in therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high‑flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Experience with arterial blood gas punctures and testing, airway maneuvers, bedside pulmonary function testing, patient assessment, patient education, and chest suction equipment.
• Knowledge of chest X‑ray interpretation.

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred).

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) plan with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, and mental health resources.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance and professional development and continuing education support.

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].