Respiratory Therapy Technician II

ChildServe • Johnston, IA

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About The Position

As a Respiratory Therapy Technician II, you will provide professional respiratory therapy services to children and young adults as a member of an interdisciplinary team. The position works under a licensed respiratory therapist and within physicians’ orders, care team guidelines, individualized care plans, professional and regulatory guidelines, and ChildServe policies and procedures.

The role is intended for a second-year respiratory therapy student. Varied shifts are available to work around class schedules, including day and overnight opportunities. The wage is $20 per hour, and a retention bonus option will be discussed during the interview.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a respiratory therapy program with one year of the program completed.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 90 days and before working independently.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, move within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely records in accordance with standards of practice and ChildServe policies and procedures.
• Deliver care within the scope of practice, physicians’ orders, and the child’s care plan, including inhaled medication therapy, chest physiotherapy, oxygen therapy, PEP therapy, CPAP therapy, and BIPAP therapy.
• Assist with care of artificial airways.
• Stay current with unit-specific and ChildServe information.
• Engage in development and learning to advance personal skills and competencies.
• Demonstrate good stewardship of ChildServe equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with children, physicians, families, school personnel, ChildServe staff, and others to ensure assigned children’s care needs are assessed, communicated, and met.

What This Job Offers

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