Respiratory Therapist - Critical Care Transport

Cincinnati Children's

About The Position

The Respiratory Therapist in Critical Care Transport functions as a professional respiratory therapist, applying theoretical knowledge to the care of infant, child, adolescent, and adult patients and clients. The role requires competence in respiratory care skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and prioritization, as well as recognizing professional growth needs and taking appropriate steps to meet educational needs. The position exercises advanced clinical judgment, supports patient and family advocacy, and applies systems thinking to promote optimal patient outcomes and regulatory compliance. It contributes to staff competency and professional development, precepts peers and students, facilitates learning, and leads collaboration and shared-governance initiatives. In the Lead role, the therapist serves as a point of contact for ongoing monitoring of workload, workflow, and appropriate respiratory care staffing levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Five or more years of work experience in a related job discipline.
RT License.
Registered RT.
Competence in respiratory care skills, problem solving, critical thinking, and prioritization.

Responsibilities

Synthesize and interpret clinical data, anticipate problems, seek interdisciplinary consultation, and respond appropriately to patient situations.
Improve documentation of the plan of care and care delivered; engage patients, families, and healthcare providers in planning for current and future cardiopulmonary needs.
Integrate age-specific concepts into patient care and develop, deliver, and evaluate patient and family education in collaboration with healthcare providers.
Advocate for patients, families, and communities; empower patients and families in decision-making and tailor care to their needs and differences.
Navigate healthcare systems on behalf of patients and families and lead system or process changes that support optimal outcomes.
Support regulatory compliance and accreditation standards; monitor safety and departmental policy compliance and communicate safety or compliance concerns to leadership.
Ensure individual certifications and Safety College requirements are completed in a timely manner.
In the Lead role, monitor workload, workflow, and respiratory care staffing levels.
Identify respiratory care competency needs and lead efforts to improve staff competence and safety practices.
Participate in self-appraisal, performance review, peer review, annual goal setting, and professional development.
Precept respiratory care peers and students, facilitate learning for healthcare teams and the community, and integrate new knowledge into practice.
Collaborate across disciplines, mentor others, and lead shared-governance councils, committees, task forces, or projects.
Support divisional leadership initiatives and help prevent lateral violence and bullying in the workplace.
Provide professional respiratory care to infant, child, adolescent, and adult patients and clients.