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Respiratory Therapist Assistant

Prisma Health

#BLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Infection Control #Sterilization #Hospital #Respiratory Therapy #Blood Gases #Respiratory Care Services

Quick overview

The Respiratory Therapist Assistant performs respiratory therapy procedures under the supervision of a licensed therapist or technician. Responsibilities include documenting care, analyzing blood gases, and maintaining equipment cleanliness.

Requirements summary

The position requires a BLS certification and the ability to work under clinical supervision. Candidates must be able to follow physician orders and departmental policies accurately.

Patient carePatient educationInfection controlBLS certificationClinical documentationEquipment sterilizationRespiratory therapyBlood gas analysis

Job description

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Serve with compassion.
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Job Summary This job performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians’ orders and department policy.
Performs all procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician.
Job duties will be assigned based on student's clinical progression and competency validation.
Accountabilities Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult).
May not take verbal orders or modify orders.
50% Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians.
Provides a complete and accurate report.10% May perform blood gasses from all sites.
Analyzes and reports results accurately.10% Accurately and completely documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate.
20% Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives.
Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status.
10% Supervisory/Management Responsibilities This is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
Minimum Requirements N/A Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses BLS In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Listed Above n/a Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location Richland Facility 1510 Richland Hospital Department 15107135 Respiratory Care Services Share your talent with us!
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Respiratory Therapist Assistant

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