PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist - Peds Pulmonary Function

University Hospitals • Cleveland, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pulmonary Function Respiratory Therapist role within the Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital 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 Weekdays, Pulmonary Function Respiratory Therapist to support newborn and pediatric patients in our Level 1 trauma center in Cleveland. 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.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
• 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)

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
• At least one year of recent PFT experience, 2-3 years is strongly preferred.
• Previous work with pediatrics is also preferred.
• Having a CPFT or RPFT is ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical ventilation
• Medicated aerosol delivery
• Airway clearance therapy
• Patient monitoring
• Oxygen and humidity therapy
• Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree