Registered Respiratory Therapist

Join Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital and experience world‑class healthcare at its best. Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. The position is eligible for a sign‑on bonus for up to $7,500*. As a Respiratory Therapist, you will support a diverse patient population, including many with chronic respiratory disorders, critical illnesses, and related symptoms. Combining your skills with a compassionate attitude can make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. A caregiver in this position works nights from 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Responsibilities Provide assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients of all ages with respiratory insufficiencies. Perform cardiopulmonary assessment to evaluate respiratory status. Conduct physical exams to assess breath sounds, work of breathing, and airway patency. Review records, reports, and results such as radiologic tests, blood gases, hemodynamic monitoring, and pulmonary function tests. Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care. Administer medical gases (oxygen, nitric oxide), aerosolized medications, bronchial hygiene, and lung re‑inflation techniques. Follow established protocols, procedures, and practices for therapeutic procedures. Perform blood gas sampling and arterial line insertion. Perform tracheostomy tube changes as directed. Manage invasive and non‑invasive mechanical ventilators and artificial airways. Perform blood gas puncture and analysis, pulse oximetry, and bedside pulmonary function testing. Assist with bronchoscopy procedures. Respond to medical emergencies, participate in trauma and resuscitation procedures, and assist with patient transport. Assess age‑appropriate educational needs and provide patient and family education about the illness and care plan. Serve as a preceptor for new employees and students enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care program. Record the care and treatment provided following established procedures. Minimum Qualifications Graduate from an accredited Respiratory Care Program. Diploma and/or transcripts must be provided for validation. Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). State of Florida Department of Health Licensed Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Neonatal Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Prior experience in critical care. Neonatal/pediatric experience. Prior experience performing invasive procedures. Physical Requirements Good manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination. Normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range. May require sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time. Medium work: exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are more than those for Light Work. Personal Protective Equipment Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range Salary information may vary. Discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr