Respiratory Therapy Student Technician
Respiratory Therapy Student Technician
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Job Description
Overview
Respiratory Therapy Student Tech
PRN as needed
Under the supervision of a licensed and Registered Respiratory Therapist the student would assist in providing basic respiratory care services in accordance with physicians orders department policies and procedures as well as respiratory therapydriven protocols. The Student Respiratory Care Tech would be responsible for providing services to infant pediatric and adult patients throughout the hospital and emergency department.
Why UnityPoint Health
Why UnityPoint Health
Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Culture At UnityPoint Health you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve.
Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in.
- Caring is what we do and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
- You can only give your best when you feel your best and we help you live well with dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members to give you peace of mind.
- We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.
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Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
- Assesses and evaluates the respiratory status of infant pediatric and adult patients.
- Determines requirements for treatment such as method duration of therapy and precautions to be taken compatible with physicians orders.
- Monitors patients physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs and consults with licensed therapists and/or physician if adverse reaction occurs.
- Applies and monitors medical gases and related respiratory therapy modalities.
- Reviews patient information to assess patient condition.
- Perform airway clearance administer aerosolized medications and assist with oxygen therapy administration/transport.
- Able to complete all respiratory care modalities as demonstrated competent in the classroom setting under the direct supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
Leadership/Collaboration
- Works collaboratively with the team of Respiratory Therapists Physicians Nurses and other health care professionals to manage patient care.
- Enforces safety rules and ensures careful adherence to physicians orders.
Development/Education
- Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
- Explains treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized
Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education:
Currently enrolled in a CoARC accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
Must be in good standing with the college/program and passing all currently enrolled Respiratory Care Classes per program passing criteria.
Experience:
One year of clinical experience in Respiratory Care.
License(s)/Certification(s):
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
ACLS PALS NRP or proof of completion within 1 year of employment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Accountability
Adaptability
Communication written & verbal
Decision making
Flexibility
Customer/patient focused
Independent Decision Making
Managing priorities/deadlines
Motivation
Professionalism
Teamwork
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Gig
