Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Assistant – Day Shift

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Assistant to assist respiratory therapists in delivering quality patient care. This role includes assembling and preparing respiratory equipment, monitoring patient data, and providing essential bedside support.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in a respiratory therapy program. Physical demands include lifting and transporting patients while ensuring equipment is ready for use.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
• Students must have completed 1 semester of core respiratory therapy curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Assists the respiratory therapist with routine and emergent care.
• Assembles and prepares ventilators and respiratory equipment.
• Monitors ventilator settings and communicates pertinent patient information.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED or enrolled in accredited respiratory therapy program

Job description

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Respiratory Therapy Assistant to assist respiratory therapists in delivering quality patient care. This role includes assembling and preparing respiratory equipment, monitoring patient data, and providing essential bedside support.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in a respiratory therapy program. Physical demands include lifting and transporting patients while ensuring equipment is ready for use.