Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Weekend Shift

Description:

Performs technical procedures related to the treatment of patients with Cardiopulmonary disorders, including the assembly of equipment and administration of respiratory medications, under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.

List job duties here, starting with the most important ones.

• Cleans, assembles, and maintains all Respiratory Care Department equipment within scope of practice. Utilizes supplies and resources in a cost-effective manner.

• Maintains cleanliness, organization, stocking, and cleaning of Respiratory Care supplies in the department and throughout the hospital.

• Assists Respiratory Therapists in completing delegated patient care duties and assigned tasks.

• Under general supervision by a Respiratory Therapist, performs tasks according to policy and standard procedure. Monitors patient response to therapy and provides timely, accurate documentation in electronic medical record. Therapies include administration of nasal oxygen, nebulized medication treatments, tracheostomy care, and Pulmonary Hygiene therapy (e.g.; Acapella, Thera-Pep, etc.), ECGs, to patients as prescribed by physician.( Note : For Respiratory Therapy Students only, who have accomplished the theory and clinical module in P&PD, ABG puncture with analyzation, and/or non-invasive ventilation such as BIPAP/CPAP successfully in school and have completed a THMU RC competency. Will establish and maintain applicable Respiratory Care competencies.)​

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of policies, standards, resources and research relative to work performed.

• Adapts procedures, treatments and services based on patient’s age, development, and growth stage.

• Accurately completes Electronic Health Record documentation per department standards; and maintains the Order Entry and Charging system for services rendered.

• Assists in training new Respiratory Care Externs.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran