Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time/Nights $10,000 Sign on Bonus
Company: OhioHealth
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: June 8, 2026
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Job Description:
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.
We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong
partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work
hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their
own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and
achieve more - in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: Responsibilities And Duties: Minimum Qualifications: Additional Job Description: Field of Study: Respiratory Care or Certificate of Program
Completion in Respiratory Care; NBRC Certification ; Ohio license
or Ohio Limited Permit; CPR Certification . Knowledge of
Respiratory Care Technology; Patient assessment skills; Clinical
Decision Making skills. 1 year clinical Experience . For this position, in the Home Care department only, Minimum
Qualifications include: Valid state driver's license, Minimum of
eighteen (18) years old, Have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report
(MVR), Must provide proof of insurance, if applicable. Work Shift: Scheduled Weekly Hours : Department Join us! Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports
and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local
regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or
applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status,
pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other
characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to
all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship
including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer,
compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination,
assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of
employment
15%
Assessment/Treatment 1. Reviews available clinical data. 2.
Collects or recommends obtaining additional data in a patient care
setting. 3. Prioritizes treatments based on patients immediate
condition, or anticipated needs of patient or situation. 4. Uses
appropriate evidence-based assessment techniques and instruments to
collect, analyze, and document initial and ongoing subjective and
objective data from patients, significant others, and communities.
5. Identifies patterns and variances and communicated findings
respiratory problems or issues/diagnose s both initial and ongoing,
to appropriate people via referrals, rounds, shift reports and care
conferences, etc. 6. Contributes to the development of the
Respiratory Care Plan.
15%
: Evaluation 1. Identifies opportunities for Process Improvement.
2. Evaluates and documents response to respiratory interventions
and achievement of outcomes based on patients objective and
subjective responses to respiratory care at appropriately
determined intervals; including patient, family and others on
healthcare team in evaluation and/or revision of plan of care based
on evaluative data. 3. Uses ongoing assessment data to revise
diagnoses, outcomes, plan and implementation as needed;
disseminates results to patient and others involved in the care
situation, as appropriate, in accordance with state and federal
laws and regulations 4. Recommends modifications to the Respiratory
Care Plan based on the patients response. 5. Determines the
appropriateness of prescribed Respiratory Care Plan and recommends
modifications when indicated by data.
45%
Procedures/Operations 1. Maintains records and communicates
information. 2. Administers MDI, medication nebulization, posture
drainage, positive pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation,
oxygen and aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, etc.; observes
patient during treatments; performs auscultation, checks pulse and
respiratory rate; notifies Medical or Nursing personnel of any
adverse reactions; records pertinent data on patient charts;
carries out interventions appropriate to patient age, sex, physical
and developmental needs. 3. Prepares for patient treatment:
receives orders from Physicians and Nurses for treatment; reviews
requests to determine requirements for treatments; prioritizes work
assignments; gathers necessary materials and equipment and
transports to patient's bedside; prepares medications; explains
treatment and breathing procedures to patient; follows protocols.
4. Maintains the patient airway, including the use of artificial
airway. Achieves adequate respiratory support for patient. 5.
Performs invasive procedures such as suctioning and arterial blood
gas sampling/analysis to ensure proper airway function and to
provide relevant diagnostic data. 6. Responds to stat and code
calls and emergency response team needs RRT, RAT et c and
participates in trauma and resuscitation procedures; assists with
transport of patients requiring ventilatory support. 7. Acts as an
assistant to the physician performing special procedures, including
but not limited to intubations and bronchoscopies. 8. Manages
resources including time, supplies & equipment to maintain a safe
and efficient environment. 9. Communicates and participates
appropriately in shift reports, staff meetings, physician rounds
and multi-disciplinary teams. 10. Effectively uses hospital systems
as related to order management, test resulting, billing compliance,
electronic documentation and medication administration. 1 1.
Implements plan in safe and timely manner; Documents interventions
and any modifications assisting patient/community to achieve
expected outcomes. 12. Uses evidence-based interventions and
treatments, scientific knowledge, critical thinking, technical
skills, and effective interpersonal skills specific to patient
problems or diagnoses needed to provide respiratory care. 13.
Provides health teaching for self-care; considers learning needs,
readiness and ability to learn, language preference and culture;
seeks opportunities for feedback and evaluation of the
effectiveness of strategies used. 14. May perform duties of Charge
Therapist: as Charge Therapist assigns work load to Shift Members;
checks progress of Shift Members during shift; receives all
questions concerning patients in assigned are; discusses patient
related data with Physician or Nursing Staff; reports pertinent
data to Supervisor; confers with employees on work load and
equipment needs.
20%
Management of Equipment 1. Manages equipment in respiratory care
setting. 2. Selection, assembly & troubleshooting of malfunctioning
equipment. 3. Ensures Regulatory Compliance of instruments and
other equipment as related to use and competency. 4. Ensures
infection control and quality control while managing equipment.
5%
: Education/Training of Others 1. Provides instruction and
mentoring for students and staff as needed. Interacts with and
contributes to professional development of peers and colleagues by
sharing knowledge such as: inpatient care conferences, formal or
informal meeting presentations; providing feedback about practice
and/or role performance; maintains compassionate and caring
relationships with peers and colleagues contributing to an
environment conducive to a supportive and healthy work environment.
2. Provides education to patient and families on therapeutic
modalities. 3. Instructs other disciplines on use of equipment and
techniques appropriate for respiratory care. 4. Refers patients to
continuum of care resources. 5. Attains knowledge of competency
reflecting current respiratory practice through participation in
ongoing educational activities; demonstrates commitment to lifelong
learning; seeks experiences and acquires knowledge and skills
appropriate to specialty area, practice setting, role, situation or
current practice requirements.
As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require
focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job
duties.
The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties
and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to
change at any time
if your passion is to work in a caring environment
if you believe that learning is a life-long process
if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the
healthcare industry
Keywords: OhioHealth, Canton , Respiratory Therapist - Full-Time/Nights $10,000 Sign on Bonus, Healthcare , Cambridge, Ohio
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