Respiratory Therapy Assistant

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Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and in suburban communities. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation.

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Department: Respiratory Care

FTE: Casual (2 vacancies)

Workdays: Monday - Friday and every other weekend

Shift(s): Days/Evening

Shift Length: 8 hours

Location: In-Person

Other: No benefits

SUMMARY

Performs basic respiratory care procedures under supervision of Respiratory Therapist or Senior Respiratory Therapist.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists members of the treatment team in specialized care of patients; may check orders
• Performs treatments including bronchodilator therapy, sputum induction and suctioning in non-critical care areas
• Performs bedside spirometry
• Initiates or operates certain oxygen and aerosol delivery systems
• Initiates non-invasive ventilator support like CPAP and BiPAP in non-critical care areas
• Draws arterial blood gas samples
• Observes and reports the development of signs and symptoms indicative of problems
• Follows patients for specific problems and evaluates progress being made as well as evaluates patient''s follow-through of treatment plan
• Records actions and observations on patient chart, prepares and maintains medical records
• Cleans, sets up, and delivers equipment for use to patient care areas
• Repairs and maintains equipment
• Instructs new personnel in job duties and responsibilities
• Performs related work as required, but only when trained to do so

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QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled or a recent graduate of an American Medical Association approved respiratory care program
• Six months of approved experience in the care of patients appropriate to the area of specialization (Clinical rotation as part of respiratory care program is acceptable)
• OR an approved, equivalent combination of training and experience

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You''ve made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients'' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

'',''!*!Total Rewards Package:

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

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