Registered Respiratory Therapist

Registered Respiratory TherapistThe Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with breathing issues. We currently offer an opportunity for a full time nights, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support adult patients in our acute care hospital in Ashland. Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:A $10,000 sign-on bonusAshland University discount availableTuition reimbursementFull benefits and retirementEnhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experienceSupport for continuing education, career growth, and professional developmentA Brief Overview: The Level 1 therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.What You Will Do:Mechanical ventilationMedicated aerosol deliveryAirway clearance therapyPatient monitoringOxygen and humidity therapySpecial procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)Additional Responsibilities:Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsFor specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientationMust abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patientsQualifications:Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)Work Experience: 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)Licenses and Certifications: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required Upon Hire), Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred), NRP Certification (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 Months)Physical Demands:Standing FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently up to 50 lbsCarrying Frequently up to 50 lbsPushing Frequently up to 50 lbsPulling Frequently up to 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally up to 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements: 10%Primary Location: United States-Ohio-AshlandWork Locations: 1025 Center St Ashland 44805Job: Respiratory TherapyOrganization: Samaritan_Medical_CenterSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularShift: Nights and WeekendsJob Type: StandardJob Level: ProfessionalTravel: NoRemote Work: NoJob Posting: Jul 27, 2026, 12:05:27 PM