Respiratory Care Professional 4 - Respiratory Therapy - St. Vincent Medical Center - PRN

Mercy Health • Toledo, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Mercy Health St. Vincent Hospital is hiring a Respiratory Care Professional 4 to provide invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision. Under physician supervision, the role evaluates cardiopulmonary function, treats cardiopulmonary impairment, assesses treatment effectiveness, and cares for patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and abnormalities using professional judgment. Care is provided to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

This is a union contingent PRN position requiring a minimum of two shifts per month. The schedule is described as nights, with a contingent requirement of 24 hours per month, including 12 weekend hours and one holiday. The position is in a normal patient care environment, with frequent exposure to adverse conditions and substantial physical activity.

Requirements

• Complete a Respiratory Therapy program approved by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board; the listed education is a vocational/technical degree in Respiratory Therapy.
• Be registered by the National Board on Respiratory Care, or be certified if within six months of graduation from a Registry Program.
• Attain RRT within 90 days of graduation or hire date.
• Hold and maintain an active Ohio license to practice Respiratory Care and furnish the information to the department.
• Maintain Healthcare Provider status in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or its affiliate.
• Maintain C-level provider status.
• Have a thorough understanding of all drugs used in respiratory care procedures.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
• Meet the contingent schedule requirement of 24 hours per month, including 12 weekend hours and one holiday.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, and naso- and oropharyngeal airways.
• Competency in operating ventilators, patient assessment, and arterial punctures.
• Clinical experience in a variety of intensive care units, emergency, and/or specialty areas.
• NRP certification is required for Respiratory Therapists working in the NICU.

Responsibilities

• Provide invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision.
• Evaluate cardiopulmonary function under physician supervision.
• Treat cardiopulmonary impairment and assess the effectiveness of treatment.
• Care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system, using professional judgment.
• Provide patient care to neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Complete the requirements in the Clinical Ladder Policy and maintain certifications used for the ladder.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Mission and Core Values of Mercy Health Partners.

Benefits

• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• HSA/FSA options.
• Life insurance.
• Mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off.
• Parental and FMLA leave.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree