OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital
1250 S. Washington St.
Van Wert, OH 45891

Respiratory Therapist

Summary

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:     

The Respiratory Therapist provides neuro-cardiopulmonary treatments and diagnostic services for patients (neonatal through geriatric) in accordance with standards of care.  Performs respiratory care modalities and diagnostic testing.  Provides services to critical care patients and ventilator management.  Maintains and cleans equipment.  Assists with chart audits and participates in performance improvement activities for the department and the hospital.  Assists with other related duties as necessary.

Experience

 QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Graduate of an AMA approved school for Respiratory Science
  2. Licensed and in good standing with the State of Ohio Respiratory Care Board
  3. Must have knowledge of respiratory pharmacology
  4. BLS required
  5. ACLS & NRP certification required or must obtain within six months from date of hire
  6. Knowledge of growth and development necessary to provide age specific care of neonatal through geriatric patients
  7. Must maintain competency in all cardiopulmonary modalities and diagnostics

Join us! … if your passion is to work in a caring environment … if you believe that learning is a life-long process … if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

Career LevelLicensed and in good standing with the State of Ohio Respiratory Care Board
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Salary/Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

403b Retirement & Employer Match

Bereavement

Employee Assistance Fund

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

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