Respiratory Therapist: Critical Care & Ventilation Specialist

OhioHealth Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth Corporation is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to support patient breathing. You will evaluate respiratory care, communicate findings to health care professionals, and may serve as charge therapist when the manager is absent.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, NBRC-RRT registration, and Ohio license with CPR certification. It involves direct patient care in the Pulmonary Services department and emergency response support.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Required).
• DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department.
• NBRC - National Board for Respiratory Care registration.
• RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapist credential.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records and communicates information.
• Administers respiratory therapies including MDI, nebulization, ventilation, oxygen, and aerosol therapy.
• Observes patient during treatments.
• Performs auscultation and checks vitals.
• Notifies physicians or nurses of adverse reactions.
• Records data on patient charts and ensures age-appropriate care.
• Receives orders, prioritizes treatments, and prepares medications.
• Maintains airway including artificial airway.
• Performs intubation and emergency procedures when policy allows.
• Responds to emergency calls and assists with trauma and resuscitation.

Education

Associate's Degree (Required)

Job description

OhioHealth Corporation is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to administer diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to support patient breathing. You will evaluate respiratory care, communicate findings to health care professionals, and may serve as charge therapist when the manager is absent.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, NBRC-RRT registration, and Ohio license with CPR certification. It involves direct patient care in the Pulmonary Services department and emergency response support.