Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist Role

What You Should Know About the Respiratory Therapist Role:

M-F, weekend on call coverage may be necessary

Newark and Greater Columbus Area

We provide superior care and superior services to patients at their end of life journey. Only those who have a heart for hospice will succeed.

Respiratory Therapist Essential Duties:

Provide superior respiratory care and coordination of hospice services in a manner that meets specific patients need, Ohio's Hospice standards, Medicare Conditions of Participation (COP) and achieves desired outcome of comfortable and peaceful death for patients. Respiratory visits will be prioritized on patients' emergent needs, diagnosis, and complex equipment needs. Respiratory patient visits are required for patients with a diagnosis of ALS, COPD, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Respiratory Failure. Visits for patients with lung cancer will be based on nurse request or respiratory complexity of patient's care. Complex needs include C-PAP, BiPAP, Tracheostomy, and high flow O2.

Respiratory Therapist Qualifications:

• CRT or RRT license in the state of Ohio with no board action.
• Experience in hospital, home care and DME settings preferred.
• Knowledge of C-PAP, BiPAP, High Flow O2, tracheostomy and transport needs of complex respiratory patients.
• CPR Certified
• Computer skills sufficient to properly document services and care.
• Ability to drive during daytime, nighttime or inclement weather.
• Valid Driver's License with Safe Driving Record
• State Minimum Automobile Insurance Coverage

Respiratory Therapist Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Pay (we actually mean it!)
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Preparation for certification and pay incentive on Hospice certification achievement
• Scrubs provided
• Stipend toward purchase of career wear
• Mileage reimbursement
• Organizational preceptor to assist with orientation and ongoing education
• Educational programs geared toward career advancement
• Career growth
• And much, much, more!

Ohio's Hospice and all related organizations will require administration and completion of one of the 3 approved COVID-19 vaccines for all of our staff. Together we must protect our patients and their families, our teammates, and our communities from this deadly virus, and a variant that is significantly more contagious, by becoming vaccinated. The data is clear in its safety, effectiveness and durability. The confidence we will bring our communities in knowing that when a teammate from an Ohio's Hospice family of organizations is providing care and services, they have done all they can do to protect them from COVID-19.

We understand that not everyone is able to take a vaccine either due to medical or religious reasons. These exemption requests will be considered by HR on a case-by-case basis.

Ohio's Hospice offers opportunity, advancement, and a great foundation for growth to energetic people looking to serve our mission. Those who join our team are committed to providing superior care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We provide our staff members with the resources and support to contribute and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Come join a group of people that are passionate about taking care of our patients and each other!

Ohio's Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Ohio's Hospice is proud to be platinum certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio's Hospice welcomes those in the LGBT community to join our team.