Respiratory Therapist I - PULMONARY REHAB
Kettering Health
- Location
- Onsite (Kettering, OH)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the role
Kettering Health is a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare system dedicated to promoting and restoring health through its network of medical centers and providers. The Respiratory Therapist I role involves assessing, treating, and caring for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan.
Skills
Respiratory Assessment
Respiratory Therapy
Cardiopulmonary Care
Therapeutic Interventions
Diagnostic Testing
Patient Education
Family Education
Patient Care
Respiratory Health
Clinical Rotations
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Full job details
Job Details
Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full Time | First Shift
Responsibilities & Requirements
The Respiratory Therapist I provides assessment, treatment, and care for patients with respiratory and cardiopulmonary disorders across the lifespan. This role delivers therapeutic interventions, conducts diagnostic testing, and educates patients and families to support optimal respiratory health and recovery. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or equivalent as required by Ohio law.Completion of clinical rotations as part of an accredited respiratory therapy program; no additional experience required for entry-level roles.Current and valid license as a Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification by the American Heart Association, to be obtained prior to or within 30 days of hire.Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Respiratory Therapy or related field. One or more years of experience as a licensed Respiratory Therapist in an acute care or critical care setting. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.