Cardio Pulmonary- Respiratory Therapist- Full Time- Third Shift

Wayne Hospital Company • Greenville, OH

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About The Position

This is a full-time Registered Respiratory Therapist position working third shift on 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week. The schedule includes holiday and weekend rotation and on-call requirements. The therapist performs routine and emergency respiratory therapy procedures for patients ranging from neonates to geriatric patients, responds to cardiac and respiratory arrests and disaster situations, and participates in C-section deliveries and newborn care. The role also includes EKGs as assigned, patient documentation and charges, equipment cleaning and testing, and in-service training.

Requirements

• Registered Respiratory Therapist.
• Currently licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• PALS certification required within six months.
• Ability to remain calm and function appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks.
• Effective communication with team members, patients, and staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge to meet the needs of the population served, from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Physically able to perform the functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• NRP certification preferred; required within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency respiratory therapy procedures, including patient treatments and rounds, starting new treatments, setting up equipment ordered during the shift, performing arterial blood gas studies, maintaining ventilator protocol, and maintaining proficiency in oximeter use.
• Respond to cardiac and respiratory arrests and disaster situations.
• Participate in C-section deliveries and newborn care.
• Complete EKGs as assigned.
• Complete necessary patient charge and charting information while maintaining confidentiality.
• Clean and test equipment.
• Assist with in-service training.
• Maintain required qualifications for the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed