Limited Permit Respiratory Student - Ashland

University Hospitals; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals in Ashland is seeking a Limited Permit Respiratory Student who will learn and provide satisfactory respiratory care. Responsibilities include airway clearance therapy, patient monitoring, and administering oxygen. Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program and hold a current Ohio Limited Practice Permit.

This position plays a vital role in performing basic competencies and essential tasks under supervision, contributing to patient care as part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program (Required)
• Holder of current Ohio Limited Practice Permit (Required)
• Experience in basic respiratory therapy procedures (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform airway clearance therapy
• Monitor patients with bedside spirometry and noninvasive monitors
• Administer oxygen and humidity therapy
• Assist with special procedures like CPR and equipment setups
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains compliance with policies and PHI.

Skills

Clinical awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Enrolled in accredited respiratory care program

Job description

Job Description - Limited Permit Respiratory Student - Ashland (2600048Q)

Brief Overview

The Respiratory Care Assistant is learning and incorporating the mission statement and standards of behavior of his/her hospital or care facility. This Assistant performs basic competencies within orientation and provides satisfactory respiratory care independently post verification of education and completed competency.

What You Will Do

• Airway clearance therapy
• Patient monitoring (bedside spirometry, noninvasive monitors, and ECG)
• Oxygen and humidity therapy
• Special procedures (CPR, collect data, equipment setups)

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• High School Diploma / GED
• Enrolled in an accredited respiratory care program (Required)

Work Experience

• Experience in basic respiratory therapy procedures (Preferred) and

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Holder of current Ohio Limited Practice Permit (Required)