RESPIRATORY THERAPY ASSISTANT - RESPIRATORY THERAPY

Aspirus • Wausau, WI

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About The Position

Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, WI is seeking a RESPIRATORY THERAPY ASSISTANT to join our team! The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides respiratory and cardiopulmonary assessment, monitoring, diagnostic, and therapy services under medical direction to patients in a variety of care environments. This person assists licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP) under their direct, immediate, and on-premises supervision. S/he assists in educating the public regarding respiratory disease and care. Provides respiratory care to patients of all ages, including pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Interprets patient information and understands treatment needs depending on the age of patients under care. Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding of the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development and intellectual/language development.

Requirements

• Knowledge of respiratory care standards and protocols acquired through active attendance as a senior student in an AMA approved school of Respiratory Care.
• Experience in clinical healthcare is beneficial.
• Current BLS certification.
• Active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care is beneficial.
• Experience with electrocardiography, arterial monitoring, and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide respiratory and cardiopulmonary assessment, monitoring, diagnostic, and therapy services under medical direction.
• Assist licensed respiratory care practitioners under their direct supervision.
• Educate the public regarding respiratory disease and care.
• Provide respiratory care to patients of all ages.
• Interpret patient information and understand treatment needs based on patient age.
• Demonstrate understanding of the needs of specific age groups.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree