RRT / Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory/Pulmonary - Full Time - Nights

ProMedica; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Registered Respiratory Therapist to join their team in Fremont, Ohio. This full-time night position offers the opportunity to provide critical care and support to patients across all age groups. You will be responsible for performing essential therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and contributing to the education of patients and clinical staff. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for a compassionate professional eager to make a difference in the lives of others. Join a mission-driven organization that values quality care and community service.

Benefits

$15,000 Sign on Bonus for external candidates

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program with RRT credential.
• Must hold current BLS certification; ACLS, NRP, and PALS recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures for patients of all ages.
• Assemble and troubleshoot equipment for patient care effectively.

Skills

Computer Information Input and Retrieval

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy Program

Job description

RRT / Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory/Pulmonary - Full Time - Nights - (92219)

Job Title: RRT / Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory/Pulmonary - Full Time - Nights

Category: Respiratory

Location: Fremont, OH 43420 US (Primary)

Job Description: $15,000 Sign on Bonus for external candidates only with a two year commitment to the organization.

Located in Fremont, Ohio, ProMedica Memorial Hospital has served the citizens of Sandusky County and the adjacent communities since 1918. The Registered Respiratory Therapist will be competent to care for patients of all ages, including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations, depending on the area assigned. This individual performs the duties and responsibilities outlined below as assigned, under minimal supervision from the Respiratory Care Department leadership team and the Medical Directors of Respiratory Care.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Achieves and maintains a level of competency to perform prescribed therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within their scope of practice, including:
   • General Care: patient identification and assessment, medical gas delivery, medication administration via nebulizers and MDI/DPI, Broncho pulmonary hygiene and hyperinflation therapy
   • Critical Care: initiation, management, and weaning of invasive and non-invasive ventilation; airway management; suction; cuff and ETCO2 monitoring; intubation and extubation
   • Emergency Care: responds to rapid responses and emergency codes; performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
   • Diagnostic Care: blood sampling and analysis, specimen collection, continuous and/or noninvasive monitoring.
2. Safely assembles, operates and troubleshoots therapeutic and diagnostic equipment required for patient care.
3. Understands and applies Respiratory Care Clinical Practice Guidelines to provide safe, efficient, and cost-effective care.
4. Provides educational needs of patients on disease-specific processes and respiratory care services.
5. Assists with clinical instruction of respiratory care, nursing, medical students, and residents as needed.
6. Completes accurate patient documentation, including billing and productivity standards.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by leadership.

Job Requirements:

• Education: A graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program and maintain credential as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Skills: Must be able to input and retrieve computer information.
• License: Must be licensed to render respiratory care services by the respective state(s) of practice – Ohio and/or Michigan.
• Certification: Must hold current BLS certification. ACLS, NRP, and PALS certification is recommended.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace.