Respiratory Therapist; RT; St. Vincent Medical Center

Summary

Provides invasive and non-invasive respiratory care under general supervision. Under the supervision of a physician, the Respiratory Therapist evaluates cardiopulmonary function, treats cardiopulmonary impairment, assesses treatment effectiveness, and cares for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system using professional judgment. Provides patient care to neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

• Must be registered by the National Board on Respiratory Care or certified within six months of graduation from a Registry Program.
• Must attain RRT within 90 days of graduation or hire date.
• Must hold and maintain an active license to practice Respiratory Care in Ohio.
• Must maintain Healthcare Provider status in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association or its affiliate. NRP required for Respiratory Therapists working in NICU.
• Must have thorough understanding of all drugs used in all respiratory care procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
• Clinical experience as a Respiratory Therapist in emergency airway management, extubation, tracheotomies, naso- and oro-pharyngeal airways preferred; competency in the operation of ventilators, patient assessment, arterial punctures, etc.; experience in various intensive care units, emergency and/or specialty areas preferred.
• Must complete the requirements outlined in the Clinical Ladder Policy and maintain all certifications used for the ladder.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values of Mercy Health Partners.

• Vocational/Technical Degree in Respiratory Therapy.

• Completion of a Respiratory Therapy program approved by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board.
• Active license to practice Respiratory Care in Ohio.

• Must maintain C‑level provider status and have a thorough understanding of all drugs used in respiratory procedures.

• Shift: Nights
• Hours per pay period: 72
• Weekend, holiday and on‑call rotation required per department policy.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team.