Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Care - Mount Carmel East

Mount Carmel Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing essential respiratory care to patients, ensuring their safety, and promoting evidence-based practices. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, while also receiving competitive compensation and benefits from day one. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career and impact the community positively.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings account with employer match

Generous paid time off programs

Employee recognition programs

Tuition/professional development reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discounted tuition at Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Employee Referral Rewards program

DailyPay option for eligible employees

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Respiratory Care Program is required.
• Clinical experience in adult and neonatal respiratory therapy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory care and ensure patient safety.
• Administer therapeutic procedures and maintain patient records.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals regarding patient care.

Skills

Respiratory Care

Patient Safety

Therapeutic Procedures

Diagnostic Testing

Communication Skills

Clinical Experience

Education

2 or 4 year Respiratory Care Program

Tools

Respiratory Therapy Equipment

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

At Mount Carmel, we work to continuously inspire one another. Here, all are welcome. It is this culture of humility and compassion that sets Mount Carmel apart. We see the big picture and do the right thing. That means a dedication to the well-being of both our colleagues and the patients they serve.

Position Purpose:

• The Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), within the Ohio Scope of Practice, provides therapeutic procedures and diagnostic testing to chronically and acutely ill patients requiring respiratory procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Provide Respiratory Care, ensure an environment of patient safety, promote evidence-based practice and quality initiatives and exhibit professionalism in the care of patients and their families.
• Perform duties or responsibilities outside the normal routine care of the patient.
• Initiate and administer therapeutic procedures, diagnostic tests and education in accordance with departmental policy and procedures.
• Record information/patient assessment on the patient’s medical record and maintain departmental records.
• Precept new employees as requested and participate in students clinical rotations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to maintain respiratory therapy equipment.
• Communicate pertinent clinical information and collaborate with physicians, house staff and other health care disciplines regarding patient care, treatment and/or plan of care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Successful completion of a 2 or 4 year Respiratory Care Program, or completion of additional educational requirements allowing eligibility to obtain registry credentials.
• Licensure / Certification: Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License to practice in the State of Ohio and National Board of Respiratory Care credential indicating RRT or CRT.
• Experience: Clinical experience in adult and neonatal respiratory therapy procedures such as aerosolized delivery of medication, mechanical ventilation, assisting with intubations and extubations, pulmonary function studies, emergency care, and obtaining and interpreting arterial blood gases.
• Maintain current BLS certification.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.