Respiratory Therapist, RT - Respiratory Therapy - ...

Respiratory Care Professional $10,000 BonusPosition SummaryPerforms respiratory therapy procedures, arterial blood gas studies, ECG''s and other respiratory therapy and pulmonary laboratory procedures as ordered by the physician. Evaluates the effectiveness of procedures and recommends appropriate treatments and tests as indicated. Will assist with department policies and procedures and training of new personnel. Have the knowledge, skill and ability to provide care for a neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populationResponsibilitiesSafely perform arterial blood gas punctures. (pre analytical)Initiate, maintain and wean patients requiring mechanical ventilationAccurately and safely perform endotracheal intubationsPerform RT ConsultationsAdministers medications using BMVAdministers oxygen therapy according to protocolPerforms HHN according to protocolChecks and maintains supply of oxygen tanksPerforms pulmonary functionsAssists with bronchoscopiesInitiates, maintains and weans patients from Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation therapyPerforms and documents smoking cessationEvaluates and monitors patients in Pulmonary rehabPossesses knowledge of respiratory medications, the use, dosage and side effects.RequirementsMaintain current Ohio License for Respiratory CareMaintains current BLS CertificationMaintains current ACLS CertificationMaintains current PALS CertificationMaintains current NRP CertificationLicking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.

Created: 2025-11-15