About the role
Responsibilities & Requirements
To perform with a high degree of competency all clinical aspects of respiratory care for all age groups (adult, geriatric, and pediatrics)
Alveolar recruitment therapy
Lung expansion therapy (Incentive spirometry)
Aerosolized medication delivery systems
Medical gas systems
Ventilator initiation, management, and troubleshooting for adult and pediatric patients
Bronchial hygiene therapy
Arterial blood gas puncture, analysis and interpretation
Non-invasive monitoring systems
Infection control procedures
Non-Invasive Ventilation
Bronchoscopy assist
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner from the State of Ohio
BLS and ACLS
- Graduate of Associate degree or higher accredited Respiratory Care program
- One year practice as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred
- Must possess quality assessment skills and independent critical thinking, utilizing therapist driven protocols to drive appropriate patient care.
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.