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

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)

Location: Summa Health System – Akron Campus, Akron, Ohio
Department: Respiratory Care – Akron
Position Type: Long-Term Contract Assignment
Contract Duration: November 1, 2026 – January 2, 2027 (9 Weeks)
Shift: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Open Positions: 1
 

Job Summary

Summa Health System is seeking a qualified Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligible Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join its Respiratory Care team at the Akron Campus. The facility is an all-adult, acute-care, Level I Trauma Center.
 

The ideal candidate will provide respiratory care services, perform pulmonary procedures, manage respiratory equipment, monitor patient responses to treatment, and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
 

RRT candidates are preferred. CRT candidates may be considered if they are registry-eligible and have appropriate experience.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Review physician orders and assess the appropriateness of respiratory treatments.
• Perform respiratory and pulmonary procedures according to departmental policies and protocols.
• Assess, monitor, evaluate, and document patients' responses to respiratory therapies.
• Administer medical gases and respiratory medications as ordered and authorized.
• Set up, operate, and maintain ventilators and other respiratory care equipment.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and address their questions or concerns.
• Recognize and report unusual patient reactions to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Complete documentation and billing information for services provided.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary patient care teams and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education, training, and departmental meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Current RRT or CRT credential; registry-eligible CRT candidates with appropriate experience may be considered.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to demonstrate competency in respiratory care procedures and equipment operation.
• Strong communication, assessment, documentation, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an acute-care, Level I Trauma Center.

Important: An active Ohio respiratory care license is mandatory. Candidates with a pending Ohio license will not be accepted.
 

Equipment & Clinical Environment

Candidates should be familiar with the following equipment:

• Puritan Bennett (PB) 980 ventilator
• Puritan Bennett (PB) 840 ventilator
• V60 noninvasive ventilator
• EPOC handheld blood analyzer
• ParaPacPlus transport ventilator

Experience with these devices is beneficial for providing respiratory support in an acute-care environment.
 

Schedule & Assignment Details

• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM.
• Contract: November 1, 2026 – January 2, 2027.
• Duration: 9 weeks.
• Facility: Summa Health System – Akron Campus.
• Patient Population: Adult acute-care patients, including Level I Trauma patients.

Required Credentials & Compliance

Candidates must be prepared to complete the facility's onboarding requirements, including:

• Ohio RCP license verification.
• RRT/CRT credential verification.
• BLS certification.
• Summa Competency Exam and Skills Checklist.
• Summa Core Competencies.
• Resume and professional references.
• Education verification and background checks.
• Drug screening and required health assessments.
• Immunization and tuberculosis screening documentation, as applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume highlighting their respiratory therapy experience, current Ohio RCP license, RRT/CRT credential, BLS certification, and experience with ventilators and acute-care respiratory procedures.

Priority will be given to qualified RRT candidates available for the night shift.