Mercy Health-posted 4 months ago
Entry Level
Toledo, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Hospitals

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. The Respiratory Aide II, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.

  • Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.
  • May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
  • May provide basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.
  • May perform EKG's; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
  • Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
  • Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.
  • Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
  • Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
  • Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
  • Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries.
  • Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage.
  • Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.
  • A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required).
  • Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working.
  • BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required).
  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w/AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
  • And much more
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