Registered Respiratory Therapist II-Part Time

About the role

To Heal. To Teach. To Discover. At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world‑class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference. The Registered Respiratory Therapist role within the Parma 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 part‑time day/evening rotation, Registered Respiratory Therapist to support patients in our acute care hospital in Parma.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical ventilation
• Medicated aerosol delivery
• Airway clearance therapy
• Patient monitoring
• Oxygen and humidity therapy
• Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Maintains the security and confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with annual training, the UH Code of Conduct, and UH policies and procedures

Requirements

• Education: Associate's Degree in Respiratory or Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) (Required)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Preferred)
  • Current RCP Ohio License granted by the Ohio Medical Board (Required)
  • AARC membership within 6 months of hire date (Required)
  • NRP Certified (Neonatal facilities) (Required within 6 months)
• Work Experience: 3+ years of RRT experience (Required)

Qualifications

Previous work in a hospital is preferred.

Skills

This Level 2/experienced therapist should demonstrate mastery of most clinical skills and focuses on improving other skills where necessary. These skills include assessment skills, and the active assessment of respiratory therapies needed and procedures according to the respiratory protocols.

Physical demands (frequent unless noted otherwise): standing, walking, lifting 50 lbs, carrying 50 lbs, pushing 50 lbs, pulling 50 lbs, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, eye/hand/foot coordination; occasional: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; rarely: sitting.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus
• Free parking for regular status caregivers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Full benefits and retirement
• Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience

Schedule

Part‑time day/evening rotation, 16 hours per week; shifts can vary between 4, 8, or 12 hours; flexibility in scheduling; Monday‑Friday with rotating weekends and holidays required.