Respiratory Care Practitioner II: Lead Therapist & Educator

Mercy Health; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & disability

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner II at Kings Mills Hospital. The role involves comprehensive respiratory care, assessment, planning, and education for patients, including ventilator management and airway therapies.

Candidates should have at least two years of experience and active licensure with NBRC credentials and required BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications. The position emphasizes leadership potential as a shift Charge Therapist and requires strong teamwork in a faith-based,

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Respiratory Care Professional.
• Current Respiratory Care License in the state they are working (required).
• NBRC credentialed (required) and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications where applicable.

Responsibilities

• May serve as the shift Charge Therapist with staffing oversight.
• Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care.
• Perform CPR according to ACLS protocol and monitor patient response to therapy.
• Set up and operate ventilators and oxygen therapy with careful monitoring.
• Instruct patients and families on incentive spirometry, MDI use, and home therapy plans.
• Maintain and clean Respiratory Therapy equipment and supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Tools

EPIC EHR (training)

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Practitioner II at Kings Mills Hospital. The role involves comprehensive respiratory care, assessment, planning, and education for patients, including ventilator management and airway therapies.

Candidates should have at least two years of experience and active licensure with NBRC credentials and required BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications. The position emphasizes leadership potential as a shift Charge Therapist and requires strong teamwork in a faith-based,