University Hospitals·Geneva, Ohio
The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides critical respiratory care to patients in an acute care hospital setting. Key duties include managing mechanical ventilation, airway clearance, and performing special procedures like CPR and bronchoscopy.
"To Heal.
To Teach.
To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world-class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference.
The Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the Geneva Medical Center offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team.
This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues.
We currently offer an opportunity for a PRN, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Geneva.
A Brief Overview The therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility.
This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.
What You Will Do Mechanical ventilation Medicated aerosol delivery Airway clearance therapy Patient monitoring Oxygen and humidity therapy Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.) Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required) Work Experience 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred) Current RCP Ohio License granted by the Ohio Medical Board (Required) AARC membership within 6 months of hire date (Required) NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Candidates must hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with a current Ohio RCP license. BLS certification is required, while PALS and NRP certifications are preferred or required within six months.
Market context
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