Registered Respiratory Therapist
Akron, OH
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy
3x12 hrs

Apply for a 13-week travel respiratory therapist job in Akron, Ohio, supporting adult patients at a Level I Trauma Center on 12-hour night shifts.

Join an experienced respiratory care team as a Registered Respiratory Therapist supporting adult patients in a high-acuity acute care hospital environment. This Ohio respiratory therapy assignment offers the opportunity to provide essential respiratory services across a diverse adult patient population while gaining experience in a Level I Trauma Center. Akron offers a welcoming community, convenient access to Northeast Ohio’s cultural attractions, and abundant outdoor recreation, including nearby parks and trails.

Travel Respiratory Therapist Job Details

• Location: Akron, Ohio
• Healthcare Setting: Adult acute care hospital; Level I Trauma Center
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel respiratory therapy assignment
• Start Date: November 8, 2026
• End Date: February 6, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750–$1,880
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Department: Respiratory Care
• Time Off: Up to 7 days of requested time off permitted

Registered Respiratory Therapist Job Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent respiratory therapy experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Graduate of an A.M.A.- or CoARC-approved respiratory therapy program
• Current Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) candidates may be considered if registry eligible, have appropriate experience, and obtain the RRT credential within 120 days of the assignment start date
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong patient assessment, clinical communication, documentation, and emergency response skills
• Ability to provide respectful, patient-centered respiratory care to adult patients and collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team

Respiratory Therapist Responsibilities

• Verify provider orders, assess patients for therapy appropriateness, and deliver safe, high-quality respiratory care
• Assess, evaluate, document, and monitor patient tolerance and response to respiratory treatments
• Perform respiratory and pulmonary procedures in accordance with department policies and clinical protocols
• Respond to emergencies and participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation when needed
• Administer medical gases and respiratory medications, and set up, operate, and maintain respiratory care equipment
• Provide care using equipment such as PB980 and PB840 ventilators, V60 noninvasive ventilators, EPOC handheld analyzers, and ParaPacPlus transport ventilators
• Explain respiratory treatments to patients, answer questions, and promote a safe and supportive care environment
• Communicate significant patient responses or changes in condition to the appropriate care team members
• Participate in interdisciplinary care teams, quality improvement initiatives, education, and continuing competency activities
• Maintain accurate service documentation and support department supply and equipment readiness

Apply now for this Registered Respiratory Therapist travel assignment in Akron, Ohio, and join a high-acuity acute care respiratory care team.

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