Respiratory Therapist (RT) - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

Mount Carmel Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Day-one benefits (medical, dental, VIs

RN to BSN tuition support

Relocation assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System is seeking a Respiratory Therapist for night shift in Westerville, OH, offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The role involves providing respiratory care and diagnostic testing for acutely ill patients on a full-time basis.

The position requires completion of a respiratory care program (2-4 years), Ohio licensure, RRT/CRT credentials, and current BLS certification, with opportunities to precept, educate staff, and collaborate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2- or 4-year Respiratory Care Program.
• Ohio Respiratory Care Professional License to practice in Ohio.
• National Board of Respiratory Care credential indicating RRT or CRT.
• Maintain current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide Respiratory Care and ensure patient safety.
• Initiate and administer therapeutic procedures and diagnostic tests.
• Record patient assessments and maintain records.
• Precept new employees and participate in student rotations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of respiratory therapy equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams regarding care plans.

Skills

Clinical experience

BLS certification

Education

Respiratory Care Program (2 or 4 years)

Tools

Respiratory therapy equipment

Job description

Respiratory Therapist (RT) - $10,000 Sign On Bonus

Location: Westerville, Ohio, 43081

Category: Clinical Support

Job Id: 00673729

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

*Flexible scheduling is available**7pm-5am*

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. This full-time, night shift position has a $10,000.00 sign on bonus.

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:

• Mount Carmel Health System recognized by Forbes in 2025 as one of America’s Best State Employers.
• 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 starting on day one.
• RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing.
• Relocationassistance(geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offersDailyPay- ifyou’rehired as an eligible colleague,you’llbe able to see how muchyou’vemade every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve togetpaid 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 five 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

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.