Respiratory Therapist

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Job Summary:

Performs routine and advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as outlined by the AARC, NBRC, KBRC, Infection Control, department policy and procedure manual. Proficient in all modalities of the hospital including critical medicine, ventilator management and arterial blood gas testing. Adheres to the mission and values of Lourdes involving customer service. 

Job Functions:

Performs assessment and therapeutic modalities for patients of all ages as prescribed by physician utilizing standards set by AARC and department policy and procedures.

Demonstrates proficiency in all areas of critical care including assessing and recognition of abnormalities and documentation of notifying the physician.

Responds to all emergency situations such as Rapid Response Team alerts, codes in a timely and professional manner.

Correctly sets up and maintains necessary equipment utilized by respiratory care. Acts as a resource for other staff members to assure appropriate care is delivered

Assures the appropriate information exchange "hand off" during shift change report. Assures appropriate documentation of all therapies and diagnostic procedures.

Successfully completes annual competencies and hospital based modules on line as required.

Accepts and performs additional assignments in a positive and professional manner

Complies with and is knowledgeable of hospital and department policies and procedures. Participates in hospital and department performance improvement initiatives.

Utilizes computer system as needed for information and maintains customer rights such as confidentiality, privacy, safety, etc.

Adapts easily to changes in the work assignments and environment

Education:

Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy

Maintains NBRC and KBRC

BLS

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

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'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 at recruitment@mercy.com