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UC HEALTH LLC Registered Respiratory Therapist, Varied Shift in CINCINNATI, Ohio
Registered Respiratory Therapist, Varied Shift, Respiratory Therapy Department UC Health is hiring a PRN Registered Respiratory Therapist for the respiratory therapy department for a varied shift at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. 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.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.Job Responsibilities
Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to p