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

Job Title: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) / Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
 

Location: Akron, Ohio
Facility: Acute Care, Level I Trauma Center
Department: Respiratory Care – Akron Campus
Job Type: Long-Term Contract – 13 Weeks
Contract Dates: November 8, 2026 – February 6, 2027
Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Experience Required: Minimum 2+ years of recent experience
Interview: Required
Requested Time Off (RTO): Maximum 7 days permitted
 

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or eligible Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) to join the Respiratory Care team at an acute care, Level I Trauma Center in Akron, Ohio. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise in respiratory therapy, experience caring for adult acute care patients, and the ability to respond effectively to critical and emergency situations.

RRT candidates are preferred. CRT candidates may be considered if they are registry-eligible, have appropriate clinical experience, and meet the facility's requirements.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Review physician orders and assess the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory treatments.
• Evaluate, monitor, and document patients' responses and tolerance to respiratory therapies in the medical record.
• Perform respiratory and pulmonary procedures in accordance with established protocols and department policies.
• Administer medical gases and respiratory medications as ordered.
• Operate, set up, and maintain ventilators and other respiratory care equipment.
• Recognize changes in patient conditions and promptly communicate concerns to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when required.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory treatments and procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to promote patient safety, quality outcomes, and effective care delivery.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and complete billing information for services provided.
• Participate in continuing education, staff meetings, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA- or CoARC-approved Respiratory Therapy program.
• Minimum of 2+ years of recent respiratory therapy experience.
• Active Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) license issued by the State Medical Board of Ohio.
• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential preferred.
• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) candidates may be considered if registry-eligible and possessing appropriate experience, with the ability to obtain RRT credentials within 120 days of the employment start date.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to provide respiratory care to adult acute care patients, including patients requiring advanced respiratory support.
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Equipment Experience

Experience with the following respiratory care equipment is preferred:

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

Additional Requirements

• Must be available for the night shift schedule of 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM.
• Interviews are mandatory.
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off will be considered.
• Must complete all required facility credentialing, background checks, health screenings, certifications, and competency assessments.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, patient-centered care, and the ability to maintain patient dignity and safety.

Why Join This Opportunity?

Work in a high-acuity, adult acute care environment at a Level I Trauma Center, collaborating with experienced healthcare professionals while delivering essential respiratory care to patients with complex medical needs.
 

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply.