Respiratory Therapist - Toledo Hospital

ProMedica • Toledo, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

When a patient has a severe respiratory condition, a Registered Respiratory Therapist provides the care they need in a general, clinical, emergency and/or diagnostic care area. You will help create a care plan, evaluate goals, and maintain communication with appropriate members of a patient’s health care team. In this role, you will help with clinical instruction of respiratory care, nursing, medical students, and residents as needed. You will also help orient new staff and contribute to the growth of others to strengthen the team. The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program
• Maintain credential as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
• Must be licensed to render respiratory care services by the respective state(s) of practice – Ohio and/or Michigan
• BLS

Nice To Haves

• ACLS, NRP, and PALS certification is recommended, and may be required at some business units.
• Membership in the American Association of Respiratory Care and other professional organizations is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with severe respiratory conditions in general, clinical, emergency, and/or diagnostic care areas.
• Create care plans and evaluate goals for patients.
• Maintain communication with appropriate members of a patient’s health care team.
• Provide clinical instruction of respiratory care, nursing, medical students, and residents.
• Orient new staff and contribute to the growth of others to strengthen the team.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being.
• Health insurance
• Dental plan

What This Job Offers

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