Respiratory Therapist II - Springfield - Emergency Room - FT/Nights

Company: Kettering Health Network
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Respiratory Therapist II - Springfield - Emergency Room - FT/Nights

US-OH-SPRINGFIELD

Job ID: 2021-31411
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Respiratory
KH Springfield

Overview

Sign-on Bonus! Up to $20,000 available to eligible applicants

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.

Responsibilities

**Possible Incentives for external Respiratory Therapist
Relocation Bonus available (amount may vary dependent on the distance of the move)
Returning employees must not have been employed by Kettering Health for the last 6 months prior to rehire

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
Qualifications
Registered Respiratory Therapist
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.

Qualifications

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