Reg Respiratory Therapist- Casual- Adena Fayette

Adena Health • Washington Court House, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Respiratory Therapist provides respiratory pharmacologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic modalities to all age groups. The practitioner provides direct patient care and works collaboratively with other team members, the physician, and the patient/family to achieve optimal outcomes. This position acts as a liaison with other clinical departments. The individual provides clinical leadership throughout the system. The incumbent has access to confidential patient information and makes decisions independently and in collaboration with other team members, directors and physicians. The Registered Respiratory Therapist works under the direct supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Manager, with the exception to cardiopulmonary rehab services.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Licensed by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board
• Registered by the (NBRC) National Board for Respiratory Care
• BLS Certification
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support and NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program within 90 days.
• Electrocardiogram (EKG) Course required within 30 days of hire, then annual competency for caregivers in the Cardiac Rehab Services Department.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years’ experience in critical care, emergency, and diagnostic respiratory care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides respiratory pharmacologic, diagnostic, and therapeutic modalities to all age groups.
• Provides direct patient care and works collaboratively with other team members, the physician, and the patient/family to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Acts as a liaison with other clinical departments.
• Provides clinical leadership throughout the system.
• Makes decisions independently and in collaboration with other team members, directors and physicians.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare plans that reduce financial stress (EPO Plan offering the strongest coverage and lowest deductibles when you stay in Adena Care)
• Employer-funded protection and long-term financial support (3.5% retirement match with automatic 1% annual increase)
• PTO that grows with tenure

What This Job Offers

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