Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Kettering Health Hamilton

• Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
• Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown and surrounding communities.
• KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services. 
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds. 
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
  • America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
  • America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
  • Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)

• Performs various respiratory procedures on a day to day basis under indirect supervision for all age group as specified per campus departmental policy
• Exercises good independent clinical judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures
• Assures correct documentation of all records
• Occasionally performs the role of Lead Therapist, shift Team Leader, or clinical Instructor as assigned
• Organizes work assignments, maintains productivity, schedules staff, and handles load fluctuations as appropriate
• Receives complaints or concerns from physicians and others. Properly investigates and takes an active role in follow -up of disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Conducts performance appraisals in a supportive and caring manner. Holds all personnel to the same standards.
• Assists with orientation and training for new employees and students as directed or needed
• Supports patient experience by performing patient and interdepartmental rounding as requested by manager and leadership.

• Graduates of a 2-4 year AMA approved Respiratory Program

Licenses/Certifications 

• Required Licenses[Ohio, United States] Respiratory Therapist - Registered Respiratory Therapist
• RRT Credentials issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care, or within 6 months of hire
• Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner for the State of Ohio

• Active AARC member must demonstrate acute/critical care knowledge as it relates to cardiopulmonary diseases states, involved in precepting acute/critical care areas, supervisor capabilities, current BLS with ACLS, P, and NRP for respective work area.