Respiratory Therapist- Asthma/COPD Educator

COPC Brand; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

COPC Brand in Columbus, OH, seeks a Respiratory Therapist- Asthma/COPD Educator to assess, manage, educate, and advocate therapy for patients with COPD and asthma on a full-time, on-site basis.

You'll perform Pulmonary Function Testing, develop action plans, provide asthma education to patients and families, document thoroughly, and collaborate with physicians to optimize treatment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Ohio and hold RRT credential.
• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy required.
• 2+ years of experience with chronic lung disease.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree; COPD/asthma experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, manage, educate, and advocate therapy for COPD and asthma patients.
• Evaluate patient and determine appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide asthma education to patient and family.
• Perform Pulmonary Functions Testing and discuss results with physician.
• Instruct patient/family on proper use of medical devices.
• Develop asthma/COPD action plans and documentation.
• Document timely and accurately.
• Teach and counsel patients and families.
• Set and discuss management goals with the patient/family.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Knowledge of chronic lung disease and

Knowledge of electronic health records

Ability to work independently

Excellent communication and critical

Education

Ohio license and RRT credential

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Respiratory Therapist- Asthma/COPD Educator

Job Category: Ancillary

Requisition Number: RESPI005286

• Posted : October 1, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Columbus, OH, USA

Description

The Respiratory Therapist responsibilities will include assessing, managing, educating, and advocating therapy for patients.

• Full Time/Benefits Eligible
• Monday-Friday - 8:00am-4:00pm
• Columbus, OH

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the assessment, management/education, facilitation and advocacy for options and services for COPD and asthma patients. Address appropriate therapeutic methods for various lung diseases following established guidelines.
• Evaluate patient and determine appropriate treatment plan.
• Provide verbal and written asthma education to patient and family members.
• Perform Pulmonary Functions Testing. Discuss/review the results with the physician, and together establish a medication treatment plan.
• Instruct patient/family on proper use and care of medical devise deemed appropriate for the patient.
• Develop and instruct use/documentation of asthma/COPD action plan and diary/journal.
• Perform timely and accurate documentation.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.
• Set and discuss management goals with the patient/family.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Licensures & Certifications

• Required: Licensed in the state of Ohio and hold RRT credential
• Required: Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Required: 2+ years of experience working with all types of chronic lung disease
• Preferred: Previous experience with COPD and asthma patients, adult and/or pediatric

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational skills to allow for direct patient care
• Strong knowledge of chronic lung disease and treatment plans
• Knowledge of electronic health records
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills

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