Overview:
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
Student Respiratory Therapy Assistant
PRN No Benefits - As Needed
The Student Respiratory Therapy Assistant, under the direction and supervision of the Cardiopulmonary Manager and licensed Respiratory Therapists (RRT/CRT), provides support in the delivery of respiratory care services for patients of all ages. This role assists with respiratory therapy procedures, equipment preparation, maintenance, and patient care activities as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established departmental policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The Student Respiratory Therapy Assistant contributes to the safe and effective operation of the Cardiopulmonary Department while gaining hands-on clinical experience and supporting the respiratory care team in meeting patient needs.
Why UnityPoint Health?:
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities:
- Administers oxygen therapy, respiratory medications, bronchial hygiene treatments, and collects blood specimens for arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis for patients of all ages, under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).
- Assists with the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support equipment for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Supports airway management procedures for patients of all ages, including assisting with intubation and other respiratory interventions, under the direct supervision of an RRT/CRT.
- Assists with bronchoscopy procedures, including equipment preparation, patient support, and collection and handling of specimens obtained during the procedure under the supervision of an RRT/CRT.
- Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs), monitors and documents patient vital signs at the bedside, and assists in assessing respiratory status for patients across all age groups.
- Responds to emergency situations and designated hospital alerts, including Code Blue, Code Pink, Medical Emergency Team (MET), STEMI, Trauma, and Chill activations, providing respiratory care assistance under the supervision of an RRT/CRT.
- Travels throughout the hospital to provide respiratory therapy support and services to patients located on various nursing units and clinical departments.
- Collaborates with respiratory therapy staff to educate patients, families, and nursing personnel on respiratory therapy treatments, equipment, and respiratory health practices.
- Maintains accurate documentation of patient care activities, treatments, and procedures in accordance with departmental policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- Demonstrates effective communication and teamwork with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support quality patient care.
Qualifications:
Enrolled in current Respiratory therapy program. ACLS, PALS, NRP, and Basic life, within 6 months of hire.