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Respiratory Therapist

Ashtabula Regional Medical Center, Ashtabula, OH, United States


Summary

Assesses patient for appropriate type and frequency of treatment and develops a plan of care based on diagnosis. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Performs advanced respiratory care modalities. Evaluates respiratory practice, administration of medications, and treatment based on patient outcomes. Educates the patient and family about the illness and provides information about community support groups and other available programs. Other duties as assigned. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Graduate of approved Respiratory Therapy program.
Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided for validation.
Experience

Prior experience in critical care preferred.
Neonatal/pediatric experience preferred.
Prior experience performing invasive procedures preferred.
Licensure or Certification

Registered (RRT) or Certified (CRT) Respiratory Therapist by the National Board of Respiratory Care.
Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board licensure.
Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association required.
Physical and Environmental Demands

Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range.
May require sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
Benefits

Competitive salary package.
Extensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (Benefits on Day 1!).
Accident & critical illness insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Paid Maternity Leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off.
Employee Wellness Plan that pays you for being healthy.
403(b) and Roth Retirement Plan with company matching.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualification for qualifying employer.

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