Respiratory Therapist

Trinity Health; Mount Carmel (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to deliver quality patient care in a collaborative environment. The role involves administering therapeutic procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment. The ideal candidate will hold appropriate licensure and certification, along with clinical experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Referral Rewards program

Qualifications

• Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License and NBRC credential (RRT or CRT) required.
• Current BLS certification necessary.
• Experience delivering care to both adults and neonates.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic procedures and diagnostic testing.
• Ensure patient safety and promote quality initiatives.
• Precept new employees and communicate clinical information.

Skills

Clinical experience in adult respiratory procedures

Mechanical ventilation

Aerosolized medication delivery

Emergency care

Education

Completion of a Respiratory Care Program

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift:

Description:

Position Purpose:

• The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), within the Ohio Scope of Practice, provides therapeutic procedures and diagnostic testing to chronically and acutely ill patients requiring respiratory procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Provide Respiratory Care, ensure patient safety, promote evidence-based practices and quality initiatives, and exhibit professionalism in patient and family care.
• Perform duties outside normal routine patient care as required.
• Initiate and administer therapeutic procedures, diagnostic tests, and education according to departmental policies.
• Record patient assessments and maintain departmental records.
• Precept new employees and participate in student clinical rotations.
• Maintain knowledge of and ability to operate respiratory therapy equipment.
• Communicate clinical information and collaborate with healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Completion of a 2 or 4-year Respiratory Care Program or equivalent educational requirements for registry eligibility.
• Licensure/Certification: Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License and NBRC credential (RRT or CRT).
• Experience: Clinical experience in adult and neonatal respiratory procedures, including aerosolized medication delivery, mechanical ventilation, intubations/extubations, pulmonary function tests, emergency care, and arterial blood gas analysis.
• Current BLS certification.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
• Retirement plan with employer match from day one.
• Paid time off, employee recognition, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance (conditions apply).
• Discounted tuition at Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• DailyPay option for early access to earned wages.
• Participation in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.

About Mount Carmel:

Mount Carmel, part of Trinity Health, has served Central Ohio for over 135 years, providing comprehensive healthcare services across multiple facilities. We are committed to compassionate, person-centered care and supporting our colleagues' growth and development.

Our Commitment:

We honor every individual’s dignity and value diverse perspectives. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses.