Respiratory Therapist - Peds Pulmonary Function: PRN

Job Description
- Respiratory Therapist
- Peds Pulmonary Function: PRN (2600006R)

Respiratory Therapist
- Peds Pulmonary Function: PRN - (2600006R)

"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world‑class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference.

The Pulmonary Function Respiratory Therapist role within the Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues.

We currently offer an opportunity for a PRN Pulmonary Function Respiratory Therapist to support newborn and pediatric patients in our Level 1 trauma center in Cleveland.

The therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.

• Mechanical ventilation
• Airway clearance therapy
• Oxygen and humidity therapy

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI). Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

• Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)

• 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)

• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
• Current RCP Ohio License granted by the Ohio Medical Board (Required)
• American Association for Respiratory Care membership (Preferred)
• NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 months)

Must have at least one year of recent PFT experience; 2–3 years is strongly preferred. Previous work with pediatrics is also preferred. Having a CPFT or RPFT is ideal but not required. In this role, the PRN RRT will administer pulmonary function testing on children ages 5–18 and adults in physician’s offices located inside Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, as well as affiliated clinics in surrounding suburbs.

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

United States, Ohio, Cleveland

11100 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44106

Respiratory Therapy