Respiratory Therapist: FT 3rd Shift

Firelands Regional Medical Center; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Firelands Regional Medical Center located in Sandusky is seeking a dedicated Respiratory Therapist to join their team. This role involves performing respiratory care procedures, ensuring communication between healthcare professionals, and mentoring students in the Respiratory Services Department.

The ideal candidate will be an Ohio Licensed Respiratory Care Professional and have experience in an acute care hospital. Strong communication skills are essential as you will collaborate closely with physicians and patients.

Enjoy a supportive work-life balance in a beautiful coastal town while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be an Ohio Licensed Respiratory Care Professional.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist is required.
• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Perform respiratory care procedures as per Ohio Revised Code.
• Communicate with healthcare professionals for continuity of care.
• Assess patient needs and plan care accordingly.
• Respond to critical patients, maintaining airway and breathing.
• Mentor and assist healthcare students during their clinical experience.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Analytical ability

Patient care evaluation

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Ohio Licensed Respiratory Care Professional; Registered Respiratory Therapist

BLS certification

Code Pink certification (to be obtained within three months)

Job description

• Lifestyle: Sandusky was voted “Best Coastal Small Town in America”. You will have the opportunity to enjoy living and working in this growing area along the beautiful shores of Lake Erie.
• Work/life: You will find support to help you manage your personal life while building a career.
• Employee-centric: Tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, comprehensive major medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k), health and wellness offerings, monthly employee events, and more.

What You Will Do

• Performs respiratory care procedures as defined under Section 4761 of The Ohio Revised Code as administered by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board and approved by the Medical Assistant Director of Respiratory Services for Firelands Regional Medical Center:
• Maintains ongoing communication between respiratory care professionals, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to foster continuity of care.
• Clarifies all physician orders. Assigns patient caregivers. Prioritizes patient and staff needs. Assesses the patient. Plans patient care. Evaluates effectiveness of the plan of care. Instructs patient/family. Documents patient care. Collaborates with other health team members.
• Responds to and is responsible to all emergent and/or critical patients, maintaining airway and breathing at all times.
• Administers treatments. Delivers care for patients.
• Communicates patient information to caregivers. Documents information. Charges equipment and supplies. Provides an efficient and concise shift report.
• Serves as a mentor and clinical preceptor for allied health care students, nursing students, and other professionals assigned to the Respiratory Services Department for the purpose of gaining clinical experience as part of a recognized course of study.
• Bachelor’s prepared RRT’s serve as technical consultants to assess the competency of personnel performing moderate complexity testing.
• Licensed therapists may be required to assume relief charge duties as needed. This temporary assignment may be based upon seniority and credential, or rotated through the staff. A charge therapist must be a Licensed Respiratory Care Professional.

What You Will Need

• Ohio Licensed Respiratory Care Professional; Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• BLS and Code Pink certification. (Must obtain Code Pink within three months of hire date.)
• Minimum six months in an acute care hospital.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish a friendly and cooperative relationship with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Analytical ability to evaluate patient care technique, service, and equipment.

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