Premier Health·Middletown, Ohio
Administers respiratory care modalities to critical and non-critical patients while adhering to hospital policies. Acts as a team leader to coordinate daily operations, shift reports, and staff orientation.
Administers all modalities of Respiratory Care and related services to critical and non-critical care patients in accordance with both departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Acts in a Team Leader capacity to coordinate the daily operation of the Respiratory Care Services including patient assignment and shift reports. Assists with the orientation of new employees and acts as a resource for Therapists, Technicians, Physicians, and Nurses.
Education Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist by the NBRC and must be a licensed Respiratory Care professional in the state of Ohio.
Training and/or Experience Six months clinical experience to include experience in critical care preferred.
Skills Must be able to effectively communicate with patients, other Respiratory Care personnel, physicians and nurses. Must be capable of demonstrating Respiratory Care policies, techniques and procedures. Must possess good knowledge and understanding of all Respiratory Care techniques including operation and function of related equipment.
Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (NBRC) and hold a valid Ohio license. Requires at least six months of clinical experience, preferably in a critical care setting.
Market context
Ohio healthcare employers commonly seek respiratory therapists for hospital and acute-care coverage, especially when staffing needs vary by unit and shift. This role is competitive because it requires an associate degree, a valid Ohio Respiratory Care License, NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist credential, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license and certifications are current before applying.