Respiratory Therapy Tech, PRN

RESPONSIBLE FOR\:
Performs patient assessments, general respiratory care procedures and protocols,
arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, maintenance and management of all basic equipment, and
patient education.

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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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES\:
1. Perform basic respiratory care modalities under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory
therapist
2. Performs basic patient assessments
3. Initiates, manages and maintains basic oxygen delivery systems on the floors
4. Administers respiratory medications via nebulizer, MDI and DPI.
5. Performs oxygen saturation checks, exercise oximetry’s and bedside pulmonary function testing.
6. Disassembles, cleans, reassembles, tests functionality, and packages durable supplies.
7. Performs inventory and replenishes Respiratory Care supplies in designated areas.
8. Perform other inventory and respiratory equipment responsibilities under the direction of the lead
respiratory therapist.
9. Replenishes, organizes and monitors medical gases

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