University Hospitals·Conneaut, Ohio
The therapist provides respiratory care to patients in an acute care hospital, including mechanical ventilation and airway clearance. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support individuals with breathing issues and perform special procedures like CPR.
"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 UH Conneaut 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 full-time nights, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Conneaut.
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including: A $10,000 sign-on bonus Free parking for regular status caregivers Tuition reimbursement Full benefits and retirement Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience 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 (Strongly 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) Position Details/Preferred Qualifications At least one year of recent, critical care experience is strongly preferred. Must be able to work independently. The position is (3) 12 hour night shifts, Mon-Fri, every 3rd weekend, and rotating holidays. 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
Candidates must have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy and be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with an Ohio license. BLS is required, while PALS and critical care experience are preferred.
Market context
Registered Respiratory Therapist roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand in hospitals and other acute care settings, especially for candidates who already hold an RRT credential and Ohio RCP license. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer prior hospital experience and additional certifications like PALS, while offering benefits such as professional development, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, health coverage, and sign-on bonuses. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure and BLS status first; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can help you review the original posting faster.
