Registered Respiratory Therapist
Akron, OH
Encode INC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Facility: Akron Campus
Location: 141 N. Forge St., Akron, OH 44304
Contract: 10/25/2026 – 12/26/2026
Duration: 9 weeks
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Setting: All-Adult Acute Care | Level 1 Trauma Center

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) to provide respiratory care services in an all-adult, acute-care Level 1 Trauma Center environment.

RRTs are preferred; however, CRT candidates may be considered if they are Registry Eligible and have appropriate respiratory care experience.

Education & Licensure:

• Graduate of an AMA- or CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapy program
• Valid Ohio Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) license issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio
• Must be RRT or CRT
• Current BLS certification
• Registry Eligible candidates may be considered based on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify physician orders and assess the appropriateness of respiratory treatments.
• Assess, monitor, document, and evaluate patients' tolerance and response to respiratory therapy.
• Recognize and report unusual patient reactions or changes in condition to physicians, nurses, and appropriate staff.
• Perform respiratory and pulmonary procedures according to department policies and protocols.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR/cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Set up, operate, and maintain respiratory care equipment.
• Administer medical gases and respiratory medications as ordered.
• Educate patients regarding treatments and address questions or concerns.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Participate in patient care teams and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with supply and medication stocking and complete required billing documentation.
• Participate in staff education, in-services, meetings, and conferences.
• Maintain competency in respiratory care procedures, equipment, and regulatory requirements.

Primary Equipment:

• PB 980 – Mechanical Ventilator
• PB 840 – Mechanical Ventilator
• V60 – Noninvasive Ventilator
• Epoc – Handheld Blood Gas Analyzer
• ParaPacPlus – Transport Ventilator

Facility/Patient Population:

• All-adult patient population
• Acute Care
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Experience with critical/acute-care respiratory patients is strongly relevant.