Respiratory Care Limited Permit - Respiratory Therapy - PRN 0.3 (as scheduled) (73215)

Memorial Health System • Marietta, OH

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About The Position

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Respiratory Care Limited Permit holder provides basic respiratory care under the direct supervision of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist. Procedures are limited to those for which the employee has successfully completed didactic coursework, orientation, and competency assessment. The position follows Memorial Health System Standards of Excellence and maintains strict confidentiality.

The role supports development and delivery of respiratory care plans, performs basic respiratory procedures, evaluates and communicates results, and educates patients and families. It also assists with respiratory equipment operation and maintenance and attends emergency events with a Respiratory Care Practitioner for observation and learning. The position may participate in BLS procedures and performs other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Ohio Respiratory Care Limited Permit to practice.
• Obtain an Ohio Respiratory Care Practitioner License within one year from the date the Respiratory Care Limited Permit is issued.
• BLS required upon hire.
• Knowledge and skills to provide age-specific assessment, basic respiratory procedures, and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Develop respiratory care plans with guidance from a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Initiate, conduct, and evaluate therapeutic procedures and interventions; recommend care-plan changes to support goals and outcomes, with guidance from a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Perform basic respiratory care procedures, including oxygen therapy, nebulizer medication treatments, incentive spirometry, chest percussion, EKGs, and NIV.
• Evaluate test results and communicate decisions about clinical courses of action with a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Educate patients and families about medications, procedures, and disease management using Stop Light criteria.
• Verify operation, clean and disinfect, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, and transport respiratory care equipment with guidance from a Respiratory Care Practitioner.
• Attend Code Blue, Code Pink, Rapid Response, and Trauma Alert Level 1 events with a Respiratory Care Practitioner for observation and learning.
• May participate in BLS procedures.
• Document and communicate patient assessments as appropriate.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Exhibit the MHS Standards of Excellence and maintain strict confidentiality.

Benefits

• Memorial Health System offers an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to eligible full-time and flex-time employees.
• Bonus eligibility is available to qualifying full-time or flex-time employees; eligibility is determined upon offer.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED