Respiratory Therapists (RT) FT Nights

CCH Healthcare; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressive care team

Intimate atmosphere

Professional development

Job summary

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newark, Ohio is looking for a dedicated Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team on full-time night shifts. The RT will operate ventilators and gas administration equipment, monitor patient responses, and support breathing exercises.

Requirements include an active state license and completion of an approved respiratory therapy program, plus 1–3 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License.
• Completed an approved respiratory therapy program.
• 1–3 months of related experience or training, or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators and gas administration equipment.
• Monitors patient responses to therapy via vital signs and adjusts treatment as needed.
• Assists patients with breathing exercises and charts therapy information.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care

Education

Active Respiratory Care Practitioner License (State)

Approved respiratory therapy program

Job description

Respiratory Therapists (RT) Full-Time Nights

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation

Location: Newark, Ohio

About the Role:

Flint Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation, a skilled nursing facility providing short-term rehabilitation and extended care, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory Therapist (RT) to join our team. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) with our facility, you will have the opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team to deliver innovative therapy techniques and professional medical care to our patients. Our goal is to enable you to achieve the quality of life you deserve in a comfortable and intimate environment.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up and operates devices such as mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators
• Operates equipment to ensure specified parameters of treatment and administers medicinal gases and aerosol drugs to patients under the orders of Physician
• Monitors patient's physiological responses to therapy through patient vital signs
• Assists patient in performing breathing exercises
• Observes equipment function and adjusts equipment to obtain optimum results to therapy
• Maintains patient's chart that contains pertinent identification and therapy information
• Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently
• Orders repairs when needed
• Demonstrates respiratory care procedures to trainees and other healthcare personnel

Requirements:

• Active State Respiratory Care Practitioner License
• Completion of an approved school for respiratory therapy
• One to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a progressive, high-quality care team
• Intimate atmosphere to provide comfortable recovery
• Professional development opportunities