Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Lima, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - Travel Position

Location: Lima, Ohio
Specialty: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapist provides cardiopulmonary services to both inpatients and outpatients, following approved protocols and department policies. Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting physicians with invasive and non-invasive procedures
• Delivery of medicated aerosols via medical compressed gas
• Maintaining airways and ventilator management
• Insertion of arterial lines and intubations
• Performing pulmonary function studies, cardiac and pulmonary stress tests, and blood gases

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapist license in Ohio
• Minimum 1 year of Respiratory Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role
• Candidate must be able to follow facility protocols and work within a team environment
• Travel assignment with potential floating to other units may be required
• EMR experience details to be confirmed during interview process

This position is ideal for a respiratory therapist with at least 1 year of clinical experience, holding the required certifications and licensure, looking for a travel contract opportunity in Ohio.