Respiratory Therapist - Emergency Room

Kettering Health•Huber Heights, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner from the State of Ohio
BLS and ACLS
Graduate of Associate degree or higher accredited Respiratory Care program
One year practice as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred
Must possess quality assessment skills and independent critical thinking, utilizing therapist driven protocols to drive appropriate patient care.

Nice To Haves

One year practice as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred

Responsibilities

To perform with a high degree of competency all clinical aspects of respiratory care for all age groups (adult, geriatric, and pediatrics)
Alveolar recruitment therapy
Lung expansion therapy (Incentive spirometry)
Aerosolized medication delivery systems
Medical gas systems
Ventilator initiation, management, and troubleshooting for adult and pediatric patients
Bronchial hygiene therapy
Arterial blood gas puncture, analysis and interpretation
Non-invasive monitoring systems
Infection control procedures
Non-Invasive Ventilation
Bronchoscopy assist
Registered Respiratory Therapist