Neonatal Resp Therapist I - Respiratory Care - Centerville - FT/Days

Overview:

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview:

• Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
• KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.
• Our full-service hospital includes maternity care, emergency services, hand trauma center, and specialty services located within the adjacent medical offices.
• In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• IPPB/IPPV and other deep breathing maneuvers
• Humidity and aerosol systems
• Medical gas systems
• Ventilator preparation, management and trouble shooting for adult and pediatric patients
• Postural drainage and percussion
• Arterial blood gas puncture analysis and interpretation
• Non-invasive blood gas monitoring systems
• Infection control procedures
• CPAP
• Bronchoscopy assist
• Must have at least 1 year of NICU experience
• Registered Respiratory Therapist
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner from the State of Ohio.
• ACLS and BLS
• Graduate of Associate degree or higher accredited Respiratory Care program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one year practice as a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner preferred
• NRP preferred or within 3 months of hire