<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Part time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Day Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>Hours | Schedule:</p> <ul> <li> <p>18 hours per week</p> </li><li> <p>Day Shift Schedule</p> </li></ul> <p>Highlights and Benefits:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY</p> </li><li> <p>Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.</p> </li><li> <p>Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability</p> </li><li> <p>Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions</p> </li><li> <p>Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes</p> </li><li> <p>Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country</p> </li><li> <p>Tuition Reimbursement</p> </li></ul> <p>Position Purpose:</p> <p>Performs technical procedures related to the treatment of patients with Cardiopulmonary disorders, including the assembly of equipment and administration of respiratory medications, under the direct supervision of a</p> <p>Respiratory Therapist</p> <p>What the Respiratory Therapist Assistant Will Do:</p> <ul> <li>Cleans, assembles and maintains all Respiratory Care Department equipment within scope of practice. Utilizes </li></ul> <p>supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.</p> <ul> <li>Maintains cleanliness, organization, stocking and cleaning of Respiratory Care supplies in the department and </li></ul> <p>throughout the hospital.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Assists Respiratory Therapists in completing delegated patient care duties and assigned tasks. Under general supervision by a Respiratory Therapist, performs tasks according to policy and standard procedure.</p> </li><li> <p>Monitors patient response to therapy and provides timely, accurate documentation in electronic medical record.</p> </li><li> <p>Therapies include administration of nasal oxygen, nebulized medication treatments, tracheostomy care, and Pulmonary Hygiene therapy (e.g.; Acapella, Thera-Pep, etc.), ECGs, to patients as prescribed by physician. (Note: For Respiratory Therapy Student Tech's only, who have accomplished the theory and clinical module in P&PD, ABG puncture with analyzation, and/or non-invasive ventilation such as BIPAP/CPAP successfully in school and have completed a MHSM RC competency. Will establish and maintain applicable Respiratory Care competencies.)</p> </li><li> <p>Maintains up-to-date knowledge of policies, standards, resources and research relative to work performed.</p> </li><li> <p>Adapts procedures, treatments and services based on patient's age, development and growth stage.</p> </li><li> <p>Accurately completes Electronic Health Record documentation per department standards; and maintains the Order</p> </li><li> <p>Entry and Charging system for services rendered.</p> </li><li> <p>Assists in training new Respiratory Care Assistants.</p> </li><li> <p>Performs other related duties as assigned.</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>High School diploma/GED; or current student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program and/or college level courses.</p> </li><li> <p>Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.</p> </li><li> <p>Successful graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program is expected within 18 months of hire; and attainment of a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential by the National Board of Respiratory</p> </li></ul> <p>Care (NBRC) is expected within 6 months following graduation.</p> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.</p>