Respiratory Therapist (RT) Certified

Job DescriptionRespiratory TherapistJob Type: Full TimeShift: Days40 hour weeks (Monday - Friday - hours varies)People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do! At University Hospital Beachwood Rehab, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Respiratory Therapist (RT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits Flexible spending and health savings accounts Competitive Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Free Parking Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses Working with highly engaged staff Healthy staffing levels Flexible scheduling Career growth Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer, the Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services in accordance with specific physician's orders, department policies and procedures. Essential Functions: • Maintains knowledge of the various methods of oxygen delivery, including the necessary equipment. Remains alert to assess possible side effects to oxygen delivery. • Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each. • Sets-up and monitors mechanical ventilators and the associated critical care duties required for such treatment, such as airway management and tracheal suctioning. • Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation. Make appropriate physician contact for intervention. • Performs arterial punctures to obtain arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, and understands the possible complications and contraindications associated with the procedure. • Follows departmental equipment sterilization procedures. • Documents all pertinent data on the patient's medical record following completion of any service. • Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms, flow charts, logbooks and their proper usage. • Performs EKGs, types report interpretations, sends reports to physicians who requested them and files reports in department, according to department procedures. • Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. • Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects and tests respiratory therapy equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and efficiently. • Maintains thorough knowledge of hazards of oxygen therapy. Qualifications: • Current State Respiratory Therapist Licensure. • Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Respiratory Therapy. • Current CPR certification. (Specify if BLS or ACLS) • Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services highly EEOC Statement: University Hospital Beachwood Rehab is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Apply today! Email your resume and cover letter to Cyndi at: or apply online: Search Careers | Lifepoint Health Careers Join us in delivering high-quality care. About Us Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. About the Team We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Created: 2026-03-04