Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title
Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Respiratory Therapy (RT) Equipment Technician assumes responsibility for maintaining respiratory care equipment such as cleaning and calibrating. Additionally the RT Equipment Technician maintains respiratory supplies and equipment in the Sleep Disorders Center. The RT Equipment Technician is responsible for instructing patients.Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions- Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Follows policies procedures and standards (e.g. proper infection prevention handwashing isolation procedures etc.).
- Interacts with therapists and other health system staff to provide quality safe and efficient care for the patient.
- Aids other staff when applicable to complete their assignment.
- Communicates effectively with patients health care providers and other customers both orally and written/via computer.
- Assumes responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with position.
- Reacts appropriately under high levels of stress; demonstrates flexibility in the face of uncertainty and can take responsible and professional action without awaiting orders.
- Quickly respond to critical situations including taking stairs to reach emergencies and assist in the removal of patients from the building (in case of fire).
- Resolves issues or escalates them to the appropriate resource.
- Knowledgeable about Respiratory Therapy supplies/equipment and can operate and care for the equipment safely.
- Able to calibrate equipment and maintain medical gas cylinders and other Respiratory Therapy equipment for patient use.
- Instructs patients on home sleep study equipment and coordinates delivery/return of equipment (Sleep Disorders center only).
- Delivers supplies/equipment promptly especially during emergent situations.
- Manages supplies and equipment to ensure proper resource management including staging rotating checking for expiration dates and restocking.
- Assists with orientation of new staff and training of students when necessary.
- Must be able to perform the professional clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Graduate
Preferred Education and Experience
- Additional healthcare work experience
Required Language Skills
- Advanced English - must read write and speak English
Knowledge Requirements
- Basic computer knowledge including email
Time Type:
Full timeJob Requisition ID:
R-49096Important information for you to know as you apply:
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin ancestry age disability veteran status genetic information or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity Equity & Inclusion.
The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .
Employment with the health system is contingent upon among other things agreeing to the and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- caterpillar
- Computer Operation
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education.
