Respiratory Therapy Assistant - PRN, Variable Shifts
About The Position
Delivery of basic respiratory care procedures and use of basic oxygen delivery systems. Has demonstrated ability to perform basic duties with assigned preceptor for direct oversight. Enrolled in AMA credited respiratory care program and completing RCS program didactic and clinical testing of basic treatment modalities. 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. Documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education. Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians. Provides a complete and accurate report. May perform blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results. Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
Nice To Haves
- No experience required.
Responsibilities
- Delivery of basic respiratory care procedures and use of basic oxygen delivery systems.
- Perform basic duties with assigned preceptor for direct oversight.
- Perform respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult).
- Document and charge for respiratory care procedures.
- Provide patient and family education.
- Communicate well with supervisors, therapists and technicians.
- Provide a complete and accurate report.
- Perform blood gasses from all sites and analyze and report results.
- Adhere to infection control and quality initiatives.
- Perform appropriate cleaning/disinfection of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
