What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Specialist position at Cleveland Clinic?
Company Overview
Cleveland Clinic's Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing world-class care through advanced specialty care, primary care, and surgical services. Our center is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and experiences.
Salary
The salary for this position may vary based on market averages and individual qualifications. We invite candidates to discuss salary specifics during the application process.
Job Description
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), you will provide evidence-based clinical care to critically ill patients in adult, pediatric, and/or neonatal populations. You will evaluate, treat, and care for patients with a wide range of lung diseases and respiratory disorders, including asthma, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, emphysema, COPD, and lung cancer. Your responsibilities will include IV insertion, ECGs, peripheral phlebotomy, and other duties as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- 3-5 years of experience in a critical care setting
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our caregivers, including physical requirements such as good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range, and the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. 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. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Cleveland Clinic's Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing world-class care through advanced specialty care, primary care, and surgical services. Our center is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and experiences.
Salary
The salary for this position may vary based on market averages and individual qualifications. We invite candidates to discuss salary specifics during the application process.
Job Description
As a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), you will provide evidence-based clinical care to critically ill patients in adult, pediatric, and/or neonatal populations. You will evaluate, treat, and care for patients with a wide range of lung diseases and respiratory disorders, including asthma, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, emphysema, COPD, and lung cancer. Your responsibilities will include IV insertion, ECGs, peripheral phlebotomy, and other duties as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills and qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Ohio Respiratory Care Professional (RCP) Board Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- 3-5 years of experience in a critical care setting
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our caregivers, including physical requirements such as good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, normal hearing and vision or corrected to normal range, and the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. 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. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
