What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Practitioner/RRT - PRN position at Magruder Hospital?
PRN • Non-Exempt • Onsite • Port Clinton, OH
Respiratory Therapy
About the Role
We’re hiring a dedicated Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to deliver high-quality respiratory therapy services to patients across the lifespan. In this hospital-based role, you’ll assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic cardiopulmonary conditions while supporting safe, evidence-based care. This position is ideal for a Certified or Registered Respiratory Therapist seeking meaningful patient impact in a collaborative healthcare environment.
What You’ll Do
Respiratory Therapy & Patient Care
- Administer respiratory therapy modalities to improve patient breathing and outcomes
- Assess, treat, and monitor patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions
- Initiate, manage, and wean oxygen and humidified therapies as ordered
- Perform pulmonary function testing and arterial blood gas sampling
Critical Care & Emergency Response
- Set up, operate, and monitor ventilators, BiPAP, CPAP, and aerosol equipment
- Assist with Code Blue responses, airway management, and cardioversions
- Deliver safe respiratory interventions during emergent and standby procedures
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Utilize medication administration systems to ensure safe medication delivery
- Comply with HIPAA, Joint Commission, and all regulatory requirements
Equipment, Quality & Operations
- Perform daily quality control and maintenance of blood gas instruments
- Monitor, restock, and manage respiratory therapy supplies
- Review EMR updates to ensure current, coordinated patient care
Our Culture & Values
We are guided by Integrity, Ownership, Compassion, and Respect—values that shape how we care for patients, support colleagues, and serve our community every day.
Work Environment
This is a 100% onsite position at our Port Clinton, Ohio hospital location.
Apply Today
Apply today to make a meaningful difference in patient care while growing your respiratory therapy career as part of a supportive, mission-driven healthcare team.
- Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or equivalent accredited program
- Ohio licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP)
- CRT certification (National Board for Respiratory Care) and current BLS
- Strong communication, documentation, and independent work skills
Preferred
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential
- One or more years of hospital-based respiratory therapy experience
- ACLS and/or PALS certification
Magruder Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class under the law.
Magruder Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug screening, including screening for the presence of nicotine, satisfactory completion of background verification, and the results of a post-offer medical and physical examination.