Respiratory Therapist I - PULMONARY REHAB

Kettering Health; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Main Campus in Kettering, Ohio is seeking a Respiratory Therapist I to provide assessment, treatment, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan. The role involves delivering therapeutic interventions, diagnostic testing, and educating patients and families to support respiratory health and recovery.

The position requires an Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy, an active RCP license in Ohio, and NBRC RRT certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy is required per Ohio law
• Completion of clinical rotations as part of an accredited program; entry-level roles allowed
• Current license as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio
• 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

• Assess, treat, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, conduct diagnostic testing, and educate patients and families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Operate in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full Time | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

• The Respiratory Therapist I 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.