Respiratory Therapist - Inpatient Rehab

Select Medical; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Respiratory Therapist, where you will perform essential therapeutic procedures and coordinate patient care. This role involves advanced life support, monitoring respiratory status, and collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a focus on comprehensive rehabilitation for individuals facing medical challenges, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' lives. If you are passionate about respiratory care and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $2,500

Qualifications

• Must possess an active NBRC credential or state equivalent.
• BLS and state licensure required, ACLS upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced life support procedures and coordinates care with physicians.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status and maintains care awareness.

Skills

Advanced Life Support Procedures

Oxygen Assessment Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Bedside Assessment Skills

Education

Active Credential from NBRC

BLS Certification

State Licensure

ACLS Certification

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital

*A joint venture with Select Medical & Cleveland Clinic*

Respiratory Therapist (RT)

PRN- AS NEEDED

Sign on bonus- $2,500

Responsibilities

Position Summary

Performs basic and advanced therapeutic procedures as outlined by the State Department of Health and under the scope of respiratory care services. Transcribes and implements physician orders in a competent and timely manner. Uses basic/advanced oxygen assessment skills and patient information to maintain awareness and coordinate patient care needs.

Job Duties Include:

• Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.
• Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need.
• Initiates patient-ventilator weaning procedures under the direction of the physician.
• Performs basic trachcare including but not limited to routine and emergent trachtube changes.
• Monitors patient's respiratory status using competent bedside assessment skills and maintains awareness of patient pH/electrolyte balance, ABG values, renal, neurological, and orthopedic functions as applicable to the delivery of respiratory care.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess "Active" credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) or state equivalent
• BLS certification required
• Current state Licensure required
• ACLS required upon hire

Preferred Experience

• 1 year of related experience preferred

Additional Data

Overview of Select Medical Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals

Select Medical’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:

• Stroke
• Neurological Disorders
• Orthopedic Conditions