Respiratory Therapist

OhioHealth; Williamstown (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic breathing treatments and manage ventilation support for patients in the Wound Care Center. The role includes assessing treatment effectiveness and communicating findings to the care team.

The candidate will perform bedside care, respond to emergencies, and ensure safety and quality in all respiratory interventions based on NBRC-RRT credentials and state requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (Required).
• NBRC-RRT registry and CPR certification.
• Driver’s license required if in Home Care department.

Responsibilities

• Administers diagnostic and therapeutic breathing treatments as ordered.
• Manages ventilation support and airway clearance procedures.
• Collects and records patient data and responses to treatments.
• Responds to critical events and emergency respiratory care needs.
• Prepares treatments, medications, and equipment for bedside use.
• Maintains patient airway management within policy and safety guidelines.

Skills

Respiratory care

Patient care

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Care

NBRC-RRT certification

Tools

CPR Certification

Driver's license

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 information
• Administers 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 time

Minimum 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 Care

Additional Job Description:

Respiratory Care or Certificate of Program Completion in Respiratory Care NBRC-RRT registry Ohio License (Ohio Limited Permit acceptable)CPR Certification

For 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:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

As Needed

Department

Wound Care Center

Join 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 industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth 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