Job Description
Description
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 University Hospitals Samaritan 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 part time nights, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support adult patients in our acute care hospital in Ashland.
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including :
- A $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Ashland University discount available
- Tuition reimbursement
- Full benefits and retirement
- Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development
A Brief Overview
The Level 1 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 ventilationMedicated aerosol deliveryAirway clearance therapyPatient monitoringOxygen and humidity therapySpecial 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.Qualifications
Education
Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) orBachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)Work Experience
1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)Licenses and Certifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required Upon Hire)Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)NRP Certification (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)Physical Demands
Standing FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently up to 50 lbsCarrying Frequently up to 50 lbsPushing Frequently up to 50 lbsPulling Frequently up to 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally up to 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye / Hand / Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements
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