Student Respiratory Therapist (RT) - St. Anne Hospital

Job Summary

The Respiratory Aide II, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.

Essential Functions :

Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and / or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.

May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.

May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include : Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.

May perform EKG’s; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.

Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.

Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations

Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.

Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment

Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries

Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage

Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations

Education :

A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications :

Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working

BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)

Experience : None

Skills & Abilities :

Strong interpersonal skills and able to effectively interact with patients, their families, physicians, and other staff members

Good communication skills

Able to effectively work with diverse people

Organization

Able to keep accurate records and inventories of supplies

Prioritizes work appropriately.

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting

Creative thinking

Good customer service skills

Good organizational skills and time management skills

Good oral and written communication

Able to receive feedback

Able to gather and interpret data

Accountability

Knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers

Therapeutic Procedures to include CPAP / BiPap, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, diagnostic testing.

Understanding of EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS / FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Department :

Respiratory Therapy - St. Anne

Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,