Student Respiratory Therapist Assistant NICU (Part-Time/Varies), Winnie Palmer Hospital

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health is seeking a Respiratory Therapist Assistant Student for the NICU at Winnie Palmer Hospital. This role involves performing various duties related to the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration, and troubleshooting of respiratory equipment. The Respiratory Therapist Assistant works under the direction of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist, ensuring appropriate equipment levels in work areas and assisting with procedures and tasks. The position may also involve training new assistants or students on routine functions.

Requirements

Respiratory Care student currently enrolled in an accredited Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences pre-licensure program at a college or university affiliated with the organization.
Proof of continued enrollment in accredited pre-licensure, professional respiratory care program with no break in enrollment.
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare provider certification.
Concurrent enrollment in an Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences pre-licensure program not to exceed three months post-graduation.

Nice To Haves

Obtains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health within three months post-graduation.

Responsibilities

Maintain the supply of medical gas cylinders in the respiratory department, and all related areas.
Restocks supplies, retrieves equipment and re-processes equipment as necessary.
Maintains appropriate levels of equipment in the various respiratory care work areas.
Performs routine assembly, maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of various types of respiratory care equipment.
Follows standard precautions. Adheres to Hand Hygiene and PPE procedures.
Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Transports equipment between in-patient units and procedure areas as directed by a Respiratory Therapist.
Maintains a clean and safe environment.
Attends and participates in staff meetings/summits.
Completes required education and training as needed.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Consistently uses time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Performs all other assigned duties