"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world-class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference.

The Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the UH Lake West Medical Center offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues.

We currently offer an opportunity for a full-time days, Registered Respiratory Therapist, to support patients in our acute care hospital in Willoughby.

Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:

Competitive salary
Sign on Bonuses up to $10,000!
Career Ladder progression
Medical/dental/vision
Paid time off
Retirement and pension plans
Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience

A Brief Overview

The therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.

What You Will Do

Mechanical ventilation
Medicated aerosol delivery
Airway clearance therapy
Patient monitoring
Oxygen and humidity therapy
Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) or
Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)

Work Experience

1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
Current RCP Ohio License granted by the Ohio Medical Board (Required)
AARC membership within 6 months of hire date (Required)
NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)

Position Details/Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of experience is preferred. Schedule is (3) 12-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Respiratory Therapist - $60 - DAYS

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Days