About Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital has been caring for children since 1890, and our pediatric specialties are ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. In 2020, our health care system provided more than 1.1 million patient encounters. We also operate neonatal and pediatric units in the hospitals of our regional health care partners. Every year, our Children's Home Care Group nurses provide thousands of in-home visits, and our School Health nurses manage clinic visits for students from preschool through high school. With our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children's Anywhere app, we're here for families whenever and wherever they need us. Learn more at akronchildrens.org.

OUR PROMISES

1. To treat every child as we would our own
2. To treat others as they would like to be treated
3. To turn no child away for any reason

Prior to the start date, full COVID-19 vaccination is required for employment. Full vaccination is defined as 14 days after the last received vaccination. Boosters are excluded from this requirement.

We are seeking people who are committed to fostering a diverse environment in which patients, family and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed, included and can thrive.

Full Time

Nights

36 hours per week, 2 shifts in Akron and 1 shift in Mahoning Valley

Summary:
The Registered Respiratory Therapist I assess, plans, implements, evaluates and directs care for premature, pediatric, and adult patients.

Responsibilities:
1.Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and directs care for premature, pediatric, and adult patients.

2.Assesses the current status and immediate airway needs of the critically ill neonate, pediatric, or adult patient in the internal transport , intensive care, and general care environment.

3.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.

4.Participate in the education of ACH staff, patients, and parents.

5.Staff may be temporarily assigned to an area throughout the Akron Children's Hospital enterprise, based on patient needs requiring similar knowledge and skill.

6.Other duties as required.

Other information:
Technical Expertise
1.Experience in respiratory care is required.

2.Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.

3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.

Education and Experience
1.Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Respiratory Care.

2.Certification: Registered Respiratory Therapist credential/Current OH Respiratory Care Professional license is required Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required NRP, PALS, ACLS, and STABLE certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be maintained throughout employment

3.Years of relevant experience: 2 years is preferred however, new graduates are considered.

4.Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Akron Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

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