Registered Respiratory Therapist
Dayton, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Registered Respiratory Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Dayton, Ohio
Specialty: Respiratory / Neuro Diagnostics
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking a Registered Respiratory Therapist to work in Respiratory Care Services. The position primarily focuses on adult care areas and involves collaboration with medical staff, nursing, allied health practitioners, patients, and their families.

• Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
• Schedule: Every other weekend and holiday required
• Attire: Hunter Green scrubs
• Department: Respiratory Care (24/7 coverage throughout the hospital)

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Critical Care experience required

Education

• Minimum: Associate degree in Applied Science or equivalent
• Area of study: Respiratory Care or NBRC approved registry requirements

Licensure / Certification

• Valid Ohio Respiratory Care License
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential through NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
• BLS and ACLS certification through AHA required

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to analyze, prioritize, and evaluate patient needs efficiently
• Ability to assess, recommend, implement, and modify respiratory care procedures by protocol or physician order
• Competence in initiating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and weaning patients from respiratory equipment (e.g., mechanical ventilation, BiPAP, medical gas therapy)
• Completion of all clinical and didactic yearly competencies for assigned clinical areas
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to educate staff, physicians, and patients regarding disease processes, treatments, and medications

Additional Information

Contract Details

• Employer reserves the right to cancel up to 2 shifts due to low census during the 13-week contract
• Agreement may be canceled with 2 weeks' notice without fee or penalty
• Travelers are not eligible for employee incentives

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• I-9 and E-Verify documentation required
• Government-issued photo ID required
• 7-year criminal background check required
• Education verification (primary source) required
• Various certifications must be current and valid, including:

  • ACLS (AHA only)
  • BLS (AHA only)
• Physical exam within 2 years indicating fitness to work
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray documentation
• Drug screening within 12 months prior to documentation due date
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Respiratory Safety Clearance required within 1 year of start and must be renewed annually
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years (1 must be a manager/supervisor) or employment verification if references are unavailable
• Skills checklist updated within 1 year prior to documentation due date

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years of experience and critical care background. The role requires valid Ohio licensure, NBRC credentialing, and current BLS/ACLS certifications. The position involves night shifts with weekend and holiday coverage and requires strong clinical skills and communication abilities. Compliance with extensive documentation and background checks is mandatory.