Registered Respiratory Therapist - Part Time Days
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Part-time
- Days
- BLS
- PALS
- NRP
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open respiratory therapist jobs in Ohio post a median of $42 an hour, the middle half $35.32–$45, across 45 jobs that state their pay. Respiratory therapists employed in Ohio earn a median of $38.42 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a union bargains for workers at University Hospitals here: Service Employees International Union at Cleveland, OH (1,700 workers, bargaining a first contract). The union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in it. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
Cleveland Medical Center in Cleveland reported 282 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 26,830,377 hours worked: 2.1 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 11 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Uh Cleveland Medical Center
Medicare gives Uh Cleveland Medical Center 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Ohio's hospitals average 3.6). 76% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Ohio hospitals by rating.
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What Ohio requires of a respiratory therapist
Respiratory care professional license, from the State Medical Board of Ohio (Respiratory Care Advisory Council).
- Evidence of completing both portions of the NBRC RRT exam (Ohio Admin. Code 4761-5-01); waivers exist for current licensees of other states with equivalent standards.
- Staying active: Renew on or before June 30 of every even year with the required continuing education (Ohio Admin. Code 4761-8-01).
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About the job
"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 Cleveland 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 days , Registered Respiratory Therapist, to support adult patients in our Level 1 medical center in Cleveland.
Joining our team comes with several benefits, including:
- A $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
- Elevated hourly rate for employees hired into full or part time positions
A Brief Overview
The therapist is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This therapist performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory therapy with minimum supervision.
What You Will Do
- Mechanical ventilation
- Medicated aerosol delivery
- Airway clearance therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Oxygen and humidity therapy
- Special procedures (CPR, specialty gases, bronchoscopy, transport, etc.)
Additional Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
- Associate's Degree in Respiratory (Required) or
- Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory (Required)
Work Experience
- 1+ years Respiratory Therapy (Preferred)
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)
Position Details/Preferred Qualifications
At least 1 year of recent experience is preferred. Previous hospital experience is also preferred. The position is for 24 hours per week, Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays.
Physical Demands
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Rarely
- Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
- Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
- Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
- Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
- Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
- Balancing Occasionally
- Stooping Frequently
- Kneeling Frequently
- Crouching Frequently
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Frequently
- Handling Frequently
- Grasping Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
From University Hospitals's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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