Piedmont Healthcare
Respiratory Therapy Tech, PRN at Piedmont Healthcare – Summary
The Respiratory Therapy Tech, PRN, supports licensed respiratory therapists by performing patient assessments, managing respiratory care equipment, and administering respiratory treatments under supervision. They are responsible for basic respiratory procedures, equipment maintenance, and patient education while maintaining certification and active student status in a respiratory care program. The role requires BLS certification and involves inventory management and assisting with respiratory therapy protocols in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities
Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols Arterial blood gas puncture and analysis Maintenance and management of all basic equipment Patient education Perform basic respiratory care modalities under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist Performs basic patient assessments Initiates, manages and maintains basic oxygen delivery systems on the floors Administers respiratory medications via nebulizer, MDI and DPI Performs oxygen saturation checks, exercise oximetry and bedside pulmonary function testing Disassembles, cleans, reassembles, tests functionality, and packages durable supplies Performs inventory and replenishes Respiratory Care supplies in designated areas Perform other inventory and respiratory equipment responsibilities under the direction of the lead respiratory therapist Replenishes, organizes and monitors medical gases Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester. Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from Program Director for consideration of employment. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Current certification in BLS required. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required respiratory care competencies. ACLS required post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work as a member of a team Skill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in-writing Good verbal and written communication skills Excellent critical thinking skills Proficiency with Windows-based computer applications Business Unit:
Eastside Medical Center LLC Keywords
respiratory therapy, patient assessment, oxygen delivery, nebulizer administration, pulmonary function testing, respiratory equipment maintenance, BLS certification, respiratory care, medical gas management, healthcare technician
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The Respiratory Therapy Tech, PRN, supports licensed respiratory therapists by performing patient assessments, managing respiratory care equipment, and administering respiratory treatments under supervision. They are responsible for basic respiratory procedures, equipment maintenance, and patient education while maintaining certification and active student status in a respiratory care program. The role requires BLS certification and involves inventory management and assisting with respiratory therapy protocols in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities
Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols Arterial blood gas puncture and analysis Maintenance and management of all basic equipment Patient education Perform basic respiratory care modalities under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist Performs basic patient assessments Initiates, manages and maintains basic oxygen delivery systems on the floors Administers respiratory medications via nebulizer, MDI and DPI Performs oxygen saturation checks, exercise oximetry and bedside pulmonary function testing Disassembles, cleans, reassembles, tests functionality, and packages durable supplies Performs inventory and replenishes Respiratory Care supplies in designated areas Perform other inventory and respiratory equipment responsibilities under the direction of the lead respiratory therapist Replenishes, organizes and monitors medical gases Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester. Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from Program Director for consideration of employment. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Current certification in BLS required. Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required respiratory care competencies. ACLS required post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work as a member of a team Skill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in-writing Good verbal and written communication skills Excellent critical thinking skills Proficiency with Windows-based computer applications Business Unit:
Eastside Medical Center LLC Keywords
respiratory therapy, patient assessment, oxygen delivery, nebulizer administration, pulmonary function testing, respiratory equipment maintenance, BLS certification, respiratory care, medical gas management, healthcare technician
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