Registered Respiratory Therapist - PRN

University Hospitals•Beachwood, OH

44d•Onsite

About The Position

"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 PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the University Hospitals Beachwood 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 Beachwood. 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.

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)
NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
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
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Nice To Haves

1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)
Previous work in a hospital is preferred.
This position will float between all departments, including Med/Surg, the PACU, as well as respond to all emergencies and codes.

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.
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.