Respiratory Tech, PRN

Overview:

Administers aerosol therapy, chest physical therapy and oximetry evaluations to non-critical patients Performs Basic Life Support activities Teaches and demonstrates respiratory care activities to patients and their representatives cleans, assembles, sets up and maintains equipment and supplies. Perform non-invasive respiratory care procedures as ordered under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities:

Administers aerosol therapy, chest physical therapy and oximetry evaluations to non-critical patients Performs Basic Life Support activities Teaches and demonstrates respiratory care activities to patients and their representatives cleans, assembles, sets up and maintains equipment and supplies. Perform non-invasive respiratory care procedures as ordered under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.

Qualifications:

Education

• A student currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester. Required and
• Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from Program Director for consideration of employment Required

Work Experience

• Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation Required

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• ACLS post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire within 60 Days Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital