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The Respiratory Therapist is responsible for providing cardiopulmonary care services according to physician orders and departmental policies. This includes administering treatments, monitoring equipment, and ensuring patient safety.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have current state licensure as a Respiratory Therapist and be a graduate of an AMA-approved school. A minimum of three years of experience in cardiopulmonary services is required.
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Job description
Respiratory Therapist (RT), Rehabilitation PRN Your experience matters Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health.
We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
As a Respiratory Therapist on our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations.
Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute A Respiratory Therapist who excels in this role: 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.
Documents all pertinent data on the patient’s medical record following completion of any service.
Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Dental
Vision
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending
Health
Free Parking
Competitive Paid Time Off
Membership Discounts
401K Benefits
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for Applicants should have a current state Respiratory Therapist license in the state of OH.
Additional requirements include: Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Respiratory Therapy Current CPR certification Three or more years of previous experience in all aspects of cardiopulmonary services preferred More about Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is a 60-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Youngstown community.
We are proud to be CHQ Accredited.
EEOC Statement “Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
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.
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.
