Student Respiratory Therapist – Cardiopulmonary – Tiffin and Willard Hospitals

Student Respiratory Therapist – Cardiopulmonary at Mercy Health supports respiratory care for non-acute patients under supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. Responsibilities include drawing arterial/capillary blood samples, processing results, preparing and delivering oxygen to units, maintaining respiratory supplies/equipment, setting up non-invasive devices, administering basic respiratory therapies (including Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage, Incentive Spirometry, MDI), performing/assisting with EKGs and electronic monitoring, maintaining clean and organized work areas, and ensuring equipment availability and repairs. Requires active AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program participation or recent graduation, current Respiratory Care Limited Permit as per state, and BLS certification. Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and data-recording skills essential; experience with non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment and basic arrhythmias is noted. Mercy Health emphasizes equal opportunity employment and ongoing professional development.