Respiratory Therapist I EWC - RESPIRATORY CARE

Kettering Health Network; Daytonview (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettering Health Dayton is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I EWC to join our team for weekend, part-time coverage in Dayton. This role focuses on assessment, treatment, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan within our Dayton facilities.

The Respiratory Therapist will perform therapeutic interventions, conduct diagnostic testing, and educate patients and families to support recovery and lung health.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from CoARC-accredited program (or equivalent as required by Ohio law).
• Completion of clinical rotations during training; entry-level eligibility.
• Current and valid Ohio Respiratory Care Professional license.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC.
• BLS and ACLS certification by the American Heart Association, to be obtained prior to or within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Perform diagnostic testing and deliver therapeutic interventions.
• Educate patients and families to support respiratory health and recovery.

Skills

RCP license

RRT credential

BLS

ACLS

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Part Time | Every Weekend Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Respiratory Therapist I EWC provides assessment, treatment, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan. This role delivers therapeutic interventions, conducts diagnostic testing, and educates patients and families to support optimal respiratory health and recovery. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or equivalent as required by Ohio law.Completion of clinical rotations as part of an accredited respiratory therapy program; no additional experience required for entry-level roles.Current and valid license as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification by the American Heart Association, to be obtained prior to or within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. One or more years of experience as a licensed Respiratory Therapist in an acute care or critical care setting. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.