Respiratory Therapist
Company: Summa Health
Location: Akron
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
*RRTS with less than a year experience are eligible for a $6,000
hire on incentive and RRTs with more than a years experience are
eligible for a $10,000 hire on incentive Summa Health System is
recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of
third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional
candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for
delivering excellent service to our patients and families
commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial
working relationships at every level of the organization and
competitive pay and benefits. Summary: Administers a variety of
Respiratory Therapy modalities and interventions to patients
according to physician order and/or hospital approved policies and
protocols based on evidenced based research, guidelines, and
algorithms. Formal Education Required: a. Graduate of an A.M.A. or
CoARC approved program for Respiratory Therapists (Registry
eligible). Experience and Training Required: a. Valid Ohio license
(RCP) to practice Respiratory Care, granted by the State Medical
Board of Ohio. b. Must be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) & obtain RRT within 120
days of employment (start date). Other Skills, Competencies and
Qualifications: a. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
b. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact
with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of
their needs for self-respect and dignity. Level of Physical
Demands: a. Heavy: Exerts 50-100 pounds of force occasionally,
and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds
of force continuously to move objects. Equal Opportunity
Employer/Veterans/Disabled $33.41/hr - $40.10/hr The salary range
on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any
bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant
experience and geographical location are considered when
determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance
of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team
members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range
that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum
of the range would not be typical.
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