Respiratory Therapy Assistant Student

Summa Health
Akron, Ohio
Full Time

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Akron City Campus

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary:

Administers selected respiratory care therapies and services after satisfactory completion of specific competencies for the therapies, verified in writing by an AMA approved Respiratory Therapist (RRT) Program and after completion of a hospital and department specific orientation. NOTE: Performs only those responsibilities identified in department policy (Levels and Procedure Responsibilities of Personnel)

Minimum Education

Student in good standing in an AMA approved Respiratory Therapist Program.

Minimum Work Experience

Valid Ohio license to practice Respiratory Care under supervision (limited permit), granted by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board (ORCB)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Current list of approved competencies from AMA approved therapist (RRT) program

Required Skills Knowledge

Ability to work in a multi-skilled team environment
Ability to complete specific assigned work duties with supervision
Ability to position and adjust specific equipment for which a competency has been completed
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other hospital employees
Ability to demonstrate effective time management with daily schedule, individual treatment sessions and non-patient care time
Population-Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

$20.00/hr - $20.00/hr

The salary range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as well as many other benefits.