Key Responsibilities Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices. Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges; communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians and participate in shift-to-shift handoff communication.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Sylvania, OH
Description
Job Title
Respiratory Therapist – Night Shift
Location
Ohio
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Provide intensive respiratory care and patient transport as medically prescribed, operating invasive and non-invasive ventilatory equipment, oxygen and aerosol devices, and nebulizer devices
Conduct physician-prescribed treatments including chest physiotherapy, suctioning, oximetry and capnography monitoring, pulmonary function studies, and arterial puncture
Assist with respiratory-related procedures such as bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomies, and chest tube placement; perform tracheostomy care including insertion and removal of tracheostomy tubes
Perform insertion and removal of endotracheal tubes via freehand technique and/or video laryngoscope system; perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation per BLS and ACLS guidelines
Perform 12-Lead EKG and basic arrhythmia recognition; conduct routine review of patient chest x-rays to determine need for further evaluation
Accurately document all treatments, patient responses, and respiratory therapy charges; communicate effectively with attending and pulmonary physicians and participate in shift-to-shift handoff communication
Required Qualifications
Active Respiratory Therapist license valid in the state of Ohio
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
Ability to operate and maintain mechanical ventilation equipment and perform equipment set-up and self-testing
Ability to work with minimal supervision within the scope of professional licensure
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience with moderate complexity laboratory testing protocols including specimen handling, quality controls, and documentation
Familiarity with PleurX catheter drainage and similar chest drainage devices
Experience with video laryngoscope systems for endotracheal intubation
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment utilizing a broad and advanced respiratory therapy skill set
Contract position offering flexibility and professional growth in a specialized therapy discipline