Respiratory Aide - St. Francis Downtown - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Greenville, SC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Aide II works under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist and may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. The role also supports respiratory services by cleaning, assembling, testing, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment, keeping the work area clean and organized, and helping ensure equipment and supplies are ready and available for patient care and procedures.

The position may include drawing and processing arterial or capillary blood samples and reporting results, administering oxygen delivery devices, setting up and monitoring non-invasive equipment, and providing basic respiratory therapy techniques. Additional duties may include performing EKGs and maintaining respiratory inventory and equipment deliveries. The role requires a current student in good standing in an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of such a program, as well as a state-required Respiratory Care Limited Permit and American Heart Association BLS certification. No experience or training is required.

Requirements

• Must be a current student in good standing with an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state where the position is located.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse people.
• Organization skills and ability to keep accurate records and inventories of supplies.
• Ability to prioritize work appropriately and manage time effectively.
• Basic computer skills and troubleshooting ability.
• Good customer service skills and good oral and written communication.
• Ability to receive feedback, gather and interpret data, and demonstrate accountability.
• Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment, such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• Knowledge of therapeutic procedures including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high-flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
• Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Responsibilities

• Draw arterial and/or capillary blood samples under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist; process samples, record and report results, and perform required quality controls.
• May administer oxygen delivery devices and set up and monitor non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• May provide basic respiratory therapy techniques, including aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, incentive spirometry, and metered dose inhalers.
• May perform EKGs and apply knowledge of electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Clean, sterilize, assemble, test, and maintain facility respiratory equipment and par levels.
• Order, maintain, and deliver oxygen to units.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Arrange for repair of broken equipment.
• Fill orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Receive deliveries of respiratory supplies and equipment and inspect them for damage.
• Label storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed