Pediatric Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This job involves performing duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with physicians’ orders and department policy, under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician. Job duties are assigned based on the student's clinical progression and competency validation. Prisma Health is the largest not-for-profit health organization in South Carolina, serving more than 1.2 million patients annually. Its 32,000 team members are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of the community, with a vision to transform healthcare.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an approved school for respiratory care; OR new/recent graduates of a school of respiratory care who are awaiting credentialing.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult).
• May not take verbal orders or modify orders.
• Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians.
• Provides a complete and accurate report.
• May perform blood gasses from all sites.
• Analyzes and reports results accurately.
• Accurately and completely documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate.
• Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives.
• Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees