Respiratory Therapist - NICU & Neuro Diagnostics (Main Campus)

Legacy Staffing; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Affordable healthcare plans

401(k) with company match

Stability in hospital environments

Job summary

Legacy Staffing partnered with a world-class hospital system in Cleveland, Ohio to hire a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with high-level pediatric and neonatal critical care experience.

The role includes day and overnight shifts, focusing on advanced cardiopulmonary care, mechanical ventilation management, and collaboration with critical care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• RRT credential through NBRC is required.
• Current Ohio RCP license in hand at submission.
• Minimum 2 years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• BLS, PALS, and Advanced NRP certifications required.
• Experience in Pediatrics (PEDS), PICU and Level IV NICU critical care environments.
• Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided.
• Ability to work with neonatal and pediatric populations in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments and exams to evaluate respiratory status.
• Administer therapies including oxygen, nitric oxide, aerosolized meds, bronchial hygiene, and lung re-inflation techniques.
• Manage invasive and non-invasive ventilators and advanced respiratory support equipment.
• Perform blood gas sampling, pulse oximetry, bedside pulmonary function testing, arterial line procedures, and tracheostomy care.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Respond to emergencies, trauma activations, resuscitations, and assist with patient transport.
• Assist with bronchoscopy and other advanced respiratory interventions.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and plans.
• Document care thoroughly per facility guidelines.
• Serve as preceptor and mentor for new therapists and students.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Critical care teamwork

Manual dexterity

Patient transport assistance

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Stand and walk during shifts

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) NBRC credential

Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License

Diploma and/or transcripts

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Legacy Staffing has partnered with a world-class hospital system in Cleveland, Ohio to hire a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with high-level pediatric and neonatal critical care experience. We are hiring for day and overnight shifts at a competitive wage.This role focuses on delivering advanced cardiopulmonary care, managing mechanical ventilation, supporting critical care teams, and ensuring exceptional outcomes for some of the hospital's most vulnerable patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments and physical examinations to evaluate respiratory status.
• Administer respiratory therapies including oxygen, nitric oxide, aerosolized medications, bronchial hygiene, and lung re-inflation techniques.
• Manage invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilators, artificial airways, and advanced respiratory support equipment.
• Perform blood gas sampling, analysis, pulse oximetry, bedside pulmonary function testing, arterial line procedures, and tracheostomy care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Respond to medical emergencies, trauma activations, resuscitations, and assist with patient transport.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures and other advanced respiratory interventions.
• Educate patients and families regarding respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and available resources.
• Document patient care thoroughly and accurately according to facility guidelines.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new respiratory therapists and students.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through NBRC.
• Current Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) License IN HAND at time of submission.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent Respiratory Therapy experience.
• Current BLS, PALS, and Advanced NRP certifications
• Recent experience in Pediatrics (PEDS), PICU, and Level IV NICU critical care environments.
• Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided.
• Ability to work with neonatal and pediatric patient populations in critical care settings.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout shifts.
• Medium work capacity, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Normal or corrected hearing and vision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Additional neonatal or pediatric specialty certifications.
• Prior critical care and invasive procedure experience.
• Previous experience within a large academic or children's hospital setting.

Additional Assignment Information

• Schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM Shifts working 3x12s or 4x12s
• Potential float requirements including otherarea hospitals

Benefits Include

• Affordable healthcare plansavailable for eligible employees
• 401(k) with 4% company matchafter qualifying period and participation requirements are met
• Weekly pay
• Stability:Hospital environments offer consistent hours and overtime potential.

Legacy Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.