Registered Respiratory Therapist job at Atrium Health Cleveland, responsible for administering therapeutic procedures, monitoring ventilators, and documenting patient care. Requires RRT credential, 2 years critical care experience, or associate's degree in respiratory therapy. Provides care to patients of all ages and is expected to work independently and collaborate with the healthcare team.
Requirements
- Credentialed as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) is required.
- Currently licensed as a Respiratory Care Practitioner/Licensed Respiratory Therapist in the State in which they work.
- Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required.
- Advanced certification per facility/department.
- Graduate of an approved school of Respiratory Therapy required.
- Associate’s degree in respiratory therapy required (or equivalent experience may be considered).
- BA/BS or higher preferred.
- For Free-Standing Emergency Department: 2 years critical care experience required or a bachelor’s or higher in Respiratory Therapy with 1-year critical care experience.
- For all other areas, new graduates with RRT credentials or experienced Respiratory Therapists with RRT credentials are eligible for this job code.
- Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships.
- Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
