Respiratory Therapy Student - Trainee

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Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Medical Center

Compensation

$16.50 - $19.80

Burnet Campus

On-site

Posted March 26, 2026

Job Description

The Respiratory Therapy Trainee position is designed for individuals currently enrolled in an accredited respiratory therapy program who have not yet obtained their L1 Limited Permit. This entry-level role provides valuable exposure to the hospital environment and respiratory care operations, without direct patient care responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Replace and transport oxygen tanks throughout the hospital
Set up and calibrate ventilators and related respiratory equipment
Clean and maintain respiratory therapy equipment according to infection control standards
Respond to requests from bedside respiratory therapists and assist with non-clinical tasks as needed
Support The respiratory care team with routine operational duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Tasks are routine and follow clearly defined procedures
Work is performed under direct supervision with guidance from licensed respiratory therapists

JOB QUALIFICIATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent
Admitted to/enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Care program. Must maintain satisfactory performance AND successfully complete all job-specific training as defined by program guidelines
Must not yet have L1 permit from the Ohio Medical Board
Ability to follow detailed instructions and established protocols
Willingness to work under close supervision in a structured environment

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Schedule

Part time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Department

Respiratory Care

Employee Status

Stand By

FTE

Weekly Hours

*Expected Starting Pay Range

*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status

$16.50 - $19.80

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

 Cincinnati Children's is:

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability