Respiratory Therapy Assistant, PRN

Prisma Health • Sumter, SC

10d

About The Position

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary This job performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians’ orders and department policy. Performs all procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician. Job duties will be assigned based on student's clinical progression and competency validation.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an approved school for respiratory care
• BLS

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. 50%
• Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians. Provides a complete and accurate report. 10%
• May perform blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately. 10%
• Accurately and completely documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate. 20%
• 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. 10%

What This Job Offers

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