Description
Registered Respiratory Therapist, 12 Hour PM Shift, Respiratory Therapy Department
UC Health is hiring a part-time Registered Respiratory Therapist for the respiratory therapy department for night shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. We’re offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus!
The Registered Respiratory Therapist delivers critical and non-critical patient care services to all age groups using selected invasive and noninvasive techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system. Provides respiratory care predominantly in critical care areas. Is in charge for the shift i.e., making out assignments, handles staffing issues, responding to personnel issues, and responsible for other duties as assigned.
About University of Cincinnati Medical Center
As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati’s academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team. Our experts utilize the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available, providing a level of specialty and subspecialty medical care that is not available anywhere else in Greater Cincinnati.
UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs- our physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati’s only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and medical resources available at a moment’s notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries.
Requisition Type
Professional
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities 
Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. 
Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. 
Performs and monitors patient progress and response to service. Assess patients and makes appropriate recommendations based on outcomes with regard to therapeutic interventions. Performs invasive and non-invasive therapeutic/diagnostic modalities. Procedure/services performed are according to department policy and procedure.
Correctly records all information in the patient legal record and maintains department records. Hand-off of care performed using SBAR Model.
Educates patients on their disease state, wellness, home care modalities and safety. Functions as a preceptor (works to provide a meaningful learning experience for orientees/students).
Applies technical knowledge to consult with physician with regard to cardiopulmonary status. Acts as a resource. Supportive of leadership initiatives.
Listed below are the main services provided:
Clinical Assessment 
Ventilator Care, BiPAP, CPAP 
Ventilator Transport, internal and external to the organization 
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Arterial Line Insertion 
Arterial Blood Gas Puncture and Sampling 
Intubation 
Assistance with Bronchoscopy and Bedside Trach Insertion 
Bronchoalveolar Lavage Sampling (BAL/PAL) 
Point of Care Analysis 
Cardiac Resuscitation, Respiratory Arrest, and Airway Management 
Assist with Research and Student Education 
Medical Gas Therapy
Continuous and Intermittent Aerosolized Medication Therapy 
Incentive Spirometry 
Autogenic Drainage 
PEP Therapy 
Flutter Therapy 
Percussion and Postural Drainage 
High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation Therapy 
Ultrasonic Nebulizer 
Oximetry, Transcutaneous and End Tidal CO2 Monitoring 
Suctioning 
In-Exsufflator Therapy 
Nocturnal Pulse Oximetry 
Interpulmonary Percussive Ventilation 
Pulmonary Function Studies 
Breathing Retraining Techniques and Exercises 
Sputum Specimen Collection 
EzPAP Pulmonary Expansion Therapy 
Mast Trousers 
Assist with Passy Muir Speaking Valve Usage 
Room Air Challenge for Neonates 
Surfactant Administration 
Insertion of Orogastric Tubes for Neonates
EKGs
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
Associate degree
Graduate of a two-to-four-year AMA approved Respiratory Therapy program
RRT credential by the National Board of Respiratory Care within one year of graduation or date of hire
Current State of Ohio License
Current BLS (with ACLS, PALS, or NALS for respective work area)
1 year of equivalent experience
Demonstrated knowledge of cardiopulmonary disease states and critical thinking skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Demonstrated leadership ability in department and clinical settings
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree
Join our team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in our respiratory therapy department and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!
About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.