Respiratory Therapist -Casual

OhioHealth Corporation; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth Corporation seeks a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to support patient breathing. The role evaluates respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness, communicates results to health care professionals, and may act as charge therapist in absence of management.

Responsibilities include preparing treatments, reviewing orders, maintaining airway management, and assisting with emergencies.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Required) in Respiratory Care or related field.
• NBRC-RRT registry/certification required; CPR certification.
• State license or permit to practice respiratory care in Ohio (Limited Permit acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapies including MDI, nebulization, chest therapy, optimization of ventilation and oxygen therapy; monitors patient responses and documents data.
• Performs assessments, follows orders from physicians/APPs, prepares treatments and equipment, and ensures patient safety.
• Maintains airway management, including artificial airways, and assists with emergency response and trauma procedures as needed.

Skills

RRT credential

CPR Certification

Driver's license

Ohio license/permit

Education

Associate's Degree (Required)

Respiratory Care Certification/Program Completion

Job description

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.

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
• 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:

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

As Needed

Department

Pulmonary Services

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.