Registered Respiratory Therapist - Cleveland

University Hospitals•Cleveland, OH

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the University Hospitals Cleveland 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 adult patients in our Level 1 Trauma Center in Cleveland.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
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)

Nice To Haves

1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)
At least 1 year of recent experience is preferred.
Previous hospital experience is also preferred.

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.