Respiratory Therapist

Essenti Talent; Fredericktown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Relocation Assistance

Monday-Friday schedule - no weekends

Job summary

Essenti Talent invites applications for a Respiratory Therapist position at a community-focused Ohio hospital. The role is night shift (6:30 PM–7:00 AM), 36 hours per week, with every 3rd weekend rotation and a 25K sign-on bonus.

Primary duties include vent management, airway procedures, and arterial blood gas testing, across all age groups. The successful candidate will have an AMA-approved respiratory therapy education, Ohio licensure as a RT, and CRT or RRT credentials, plus BLS, ACLS, PALS,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy.
• NBRC CRT or RRT certification and Ohio license.
• Active State of Ohio Respiratory Therapist License.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications required.
• NRP certification is required.
• 3+ years of experience in cardiopulmonary services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and documentation skills.
• Physical stamina for active clinical environment: lifting up to ~50 lbs.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments across all patient ages, including pediatric to geriatric.
• Set up and monitor mechanical ventilators and airway management.
• Perform emergency intubation and airway management.
• Monitor oxygen delivery methods and equipment; watch for side effects.
• Perform arterial blood gas punctures and analysis.
• Conduct EKGs and transmit results to physicians.
• Inspect and ensure proper function of respiratory equipment.
• Assess patient tolerance and response; adjust care plans as needed.
• Document data in PCN after services.
• Develop patient/family teaching plans and evaluate learning.
• Participate in on-call rotations and weekend shifts.
• Attend staff meetings, educational programs, and QA activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Documentation

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Ohio Respiratory Therapist License

NBRC CRT or RRT certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Job description

Respiratory Therapist

Compensation: $29 to $40/hour+ 25K SOB + Shift Differential

Job Type: Full-Time, 36 hrs/week | Every 3rd weekend rotation | 6:30 PM-7:00 AM

A community-focused hospital in Ohio is seeking a skilled Respiratory Therapist to join their Respiratory Care Services team on the night shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer respiratory therapy treatments across all patient age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric populations
• Set up, manage, and monitor mechanical ventilators, including all associated critical care duties (airway management, tracheal suctioning)
• Perform emergency intubation and airway management for patients of all ages
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and equipment; monitor for potential side effects
• Perform arterial punctures for blood gas analysis; understand associated complications and contraindications
• Perform EKGs and transmit reports to ordering and attending physicians per department protocol
• Inspect, test, and safely operate all respiratory therapy equipment to ensure proper function
• Assess patient status, tolerance for treatment, and response; reassess and adjust care plans accordingly
• Document all pertinent data in the PCN following completion of services
• Develop patient and family teaching plans based on identified learning needs; evaluate learning effectiveness
• Participate in on-call rotation and every 3rd weekend rotation
• Participate in staff meetings, educational programs, QI activities, committees, and mandatory in-services
• Demonstrate initiative in personal and professional development; present a professional image at all times

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy
• NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), licensed by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board
• Current, active State of Ohio Respiratory Therapist License (required)
• BLS certified; ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
• Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• 3+ years of experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and documentation skills
• Physical stamina for an active clinical environment: walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to ~50 lbs
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO
• Relocation Assistance
• Monday-Friday schedule - no weekends