Respiratory Technician - Limited Permit

OhioHealth • Marion, VA

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About The Position

The Respiratory Technician administers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to facilitate patients’ breathing. The technician evaluates respiratory care for appropriateness and effectiveness and communicates findings and results to other healthcare professionals.

The role prepares for patient treatment, receives and reviews physician orders, prioritizes assignments, gathers and prepares equipment and medications, explains procedures to patients, and follows protocols. It administers respiratory care treatments, monitors patients during treatment, records relevant information, and notifies medical or nursing personnel about adverse reactions. Care may include neonatal respiratory care and assistance with trauma, bronchoscopies, and critical care transports.

The technician also performs invasive procedures such as suctioning and arterial blood gas sampling and analysis; assesses patients, assigns and reevaluates care plans, and discusses plans with physicians; and maintains, troubleshoots, and quality-checks respiratory equipment. The role requires a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency as part of a High Reliability Organization. The job profile is an overview of responsibilities and may change; it is not exhaustive.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification from the American Red Cross.
• Enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Ohio Limited Permit or Ohio License.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for patient treatment, receive physician orders, review treatment requirements, prioritize assignments, gather and transport materials and equipment, prepare medications, explain procedures to patients, and follow protocols.
• Administer respiratory care, including MDI, medication nebulization, postural drainage, positive pressure breathing, mechanical ventilation, oxygen and aerosol therapy, and incentive spirometry.
• Observe patients during treatments; perform auscultation and check pulse and respiratory rate; notify medical or nursing personnel of adverse reactions; and record pertinent data in patient charts.
• Provide interventions appropriate to patients’ age, sex, physical needs, and developmental needs; may assist with trauma, bronchoscopies, and critical care transports; and provide neonatal respiratory care.
• Perform invasive procedures, including suctioning and arterial blood gas sampling and analysis, to support airway function and provide diagnostic data.
• Assess patients, assign appropriate care plans, reevaluate patients as scheduled, and discuss care plans with physicians.
• Maintain respiratory equipment, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform quality controls.
• Focus on safety, quality, and efficiency while performing job duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED