Cardio Pulmonary- Respiratory Therapist-Full Time- First Shift

Wayne Hospital Company•Greenville, OH

36d

About The Position

This position is for a full time RRT working, first shift, 12 hour shifts, and 36 hours per week. Holiday and weekend rotation required. This position is eligible for Sign on Bonus

Requirements

Registered Respiratory Therapist
Currently licensed to practice in the State of Ohio
Current BLS & ACLS Certification required
Previous hospital experience preferred
PALS Certification required within six months
NRP Certification preferred, required within six months
Ability to remain calm and function appropriately in emergency situations
Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks
Demonstrates effective communication skills with all team members, patients, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Previous hospital experience preferred
NRP Certification preferred, required within six months

Responsibilities

Perform routine and emergency respiratory therapy procedures, such as complete patient treatment and rounds, start new treatments, set up equipment ordered during shift, perform arterial blood gas studies, maintain ventilator protocol, maintain proficiency in oximeter
Demonstrate knowledge to meet needs of population served, neonate to geriatric
Respond to cardiac/respiratory arrest and disaster situations
Participate in C-section deliveries and newborn care
Complete EKGs as assigned
Complete all necessary patient charge and charting information, maintaining confidentiality
Maintain equipment cleaning and testing
Assist with in-service training
Possess mechanical aptitude
Physically able to perform the functions of the position
Maintain all required qualifications for position
All other duties as assigned