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Registered Respiratory Therapist - Peds ED

University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Job Description – Registered Respiratory Therapist – Peds ED (25000CVV)

Registered Respiratory Therapist – Peds ED – (25000CVV)

"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 Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital 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 evenings , Registered Respiratory Therapist to support newborn and pediatric patients in our Level 1 acute care hospital in Cleveland.

The 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

Airway clearance therapy

Oxygen and humidity therapy

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)

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)

American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)

NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)

Position Details/Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of recent experience is preferred.

Position will mainly cover the ED, but will float to all other units. Shift is 11:00am-11:30pm, Monday-Friday, every 3rd weekend, and rotating holidays.

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently

Walking Frequently

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

Primary Location United States-Ohio-Cleveland

Work Locations 11100 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44106

Job Respiratory Therapy

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