Respiratory Therapist - St Vincent Medical Center - Mercy Health
Toledo, OH 43608
About the Job
Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit
This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination
It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day
Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
Sign-on Bonus for Full-time and Part-time positions up to 7,500!
SUMMARY:
Provides invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision
Under the supervision of a physician will evaluate cardiopulmonary function, treat cardiopulmonary impairment, assess treatment effectiveness and care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system using professional judgment
Provides patient care to neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must be registered by the National Board on Respiratory Care or certified if you are within six months of graduation from a Registry Program.
Must attain RRT within 90 days of graduation or hire date.
Must hold and maintain an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio and furnish this information to the department.
Must maintain Healthcare Provider status in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or its affiliate
NRP required for Respiratory Therapists working in NICU.
Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in all respiratory care procedures.
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
Clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in such areas as emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, naso- and oro-pharyngeal airways preferred
Competency in the operation of ventilators, as well as patient assessment, arterial punctures, etc
Clinical experience in a variety of intensive care units, emergency and/or specialty areas preferred.
Must complete requirements as written in the Clinical Ladder Policy and maintain all Certifications used for the ladder.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values of Mercy Health Partners.
EDUCATION:
Vocational/Technical Degree
Specialty/Major: Respiratory Therapy
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Completion of Respiratory Therapy program as approved by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.
Must hold an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must maintain C level provider status
Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in respiratory procedures.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination
It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day
Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
Sign-on Bonus for Full-time and Part-time positions up to 7,500!
SUMMARY:
Provides invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision
Under the supervision of a physician will evaluate cardiopulmonary function, treat cardiopulmonary impairment, assess treatment effectiveness and care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system using professional judgment
Provides patient care to neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must be registered by the National Board on Respiratory Care or certified if you are within six months of graduation from a Registry Program.
Must attain RRT within 90 days of graduation or hire date.
Must hold and maintain an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio and furnish this information to the department.
Must maintain Healthcare Provider status in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or its affiliate
NRP required for Respiratory Therapists working in NICU.
Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in all respiratory care procedures.
Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
Clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in such areas as emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, naso- and oro-pharyngeal airways preferred
Competency in the operation of ventilators, as well as patient assessment, arterial punctures, etc
Clinical experience in a variety of intensive care units, emergency and/or specialty areas preferred.
Must complete requirements as written in the Clinical Ladder Policy and maintain all Certifications used for the ladder.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values of Mercy Health Partners.
EDUCATION:
Vocational/Technical Degree
Specialty/Major: Respiratory Therapy
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Completion of Respiratory Therapy program as approved by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.
Must hold an active license to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Ohio.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must maintain C level provider status
Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in respiratory procedures.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email
recruitment@mercy.com
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
recruitment@mercy.com
Source : Mercy Health