Respiratory Therapist

Berger Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to support patient breathing. You will evaluate care for effectiveness, document findings, and communicate with physicians and nurses.

The role may serve as charge therapist when the manager is absent. You will manage airway support, assist in intubation in emergencies where policy allows, and participate in RAT/RRT and trauma responses while prioritizing safety and high reliability

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in respiratory care required.
• NBRC-RRT registry and Ohio license appropriate to role.
• CPR certification and readiness for home care assignments where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administers MDI, nebulization, oxygen therapy and ventilator support as prescribed.
• Evaluates respiratory care for effectiveness; communicates results to staff.
• Maintains airway management and observes patients during treatments.
• Responds to STAT calls and participates in emergency and trauma activities.
• Performs documentation, prepares equipment, and supports patient education.

Skills

Auscultation

Ventilator management

Critical care

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory Therapy

NBRC-RRT certification

Ohio License (Limited Permit acceptable)

CPR Certification

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.Job Description Summary:This position administers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate the patient's breathing. Responsible for evaluating respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness and communicates findings/results to other health care professionals. This position may perform role of charge therapist in absence of manager/supervisor.Responsibilities And Duties:Maintains records and communicates informationAdministers MDI, medication nebulization, posture drainage, positive pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation, oxygen and aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, etc.; observes patient during treatments; performs auscultation, checks pulse and respiratory rate; notifies Medical or Nursing Personnel of any adverse reactions; records pertinent data on patient charts; carries out interventions appropriate to patient age, sex, physical and developmental need.Prepares for patient treatment: receives orders from Physicians and Advanced Practice Practitioners for treatment; reviews requests to determine requirements for treatments; prioritizes work assignments; gathers necessary materials and equipment and transports to patient's bedside; prepares medications, explains treatment and breathing procedures to patient; follows protocols.Maintains the patient airway, including the use of artificial airway. Achieves adequate respiratory support for patient. If applicable, per care-site policy, performs intubation in emergency situations,Performs invasive procedures such as suctioning and arterial blood gas sampling/analysis to ensure proper airway function and to provide relevant diagnostic data.Responds to stat calls, Codes, Emergency response calls (known as RAT; RRT; etc.) and participates in trauma and resuscitation procedures; assists with transport of patients requiring ventilator support.As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any timeMinimum Qualifications:Associate's Degree (Required)DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, NBRC - National Board of Respiratory Care - The National Board for Respiratory Care, RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist - American Association for Respiratory CareAdditional Job Description:Respiratory Care or Certificate of Program Completion in Respiratory Care NBRC-RRT registry Ohio License (Ohio Limited Permit acceptable)CPR CertificationFor this position, in the Home Care department only, Minimum Qualifications include: Valid state driver’s license, Minimum of eighteen (18) years old, Have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), Must provide proof of insurance, if applicable.Work Shift:DayScheduled Weekly Hours :As NeededDepartmentWound Care CenterJoin us!... if your passion is to work in a caring environment... if you believe that learning is a life-long process... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment