Respiratory Care Apprentice

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital in Owensboro, KY seeks a Respiratory Therapy student gaining hands-on experience under supervision of the Respiratory Care team. The role focuses on observation and learning within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include observing respiratory procedures, assisting with EKG, gas management and patient transport, cleaning equipment, stocking supplies, and safeguarding privacy under HIPAA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required upon hire.
• Must be enrolled in a respiratory program.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Observes Respiratory related procedures.
• Assists with EKG, gas management and patient transporting.
• Cleans respiratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Stocks respiratory supplies.
• Builds knowledge of HIPAA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Observation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma / GED

Enrollment in Respiratory therapy program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Weekend Requirements: As Needed | Work Hours: As Needed | Status: Per Diem/PRN - 0.0 FTE (less than 40 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Respiratory TherapyJob Summary:This role gains limited hands-on experience and observation of Respiratory procedures under the supervision of an Owensboro Health Respiratory Care team member.Job Responsibilities:Observes Respiratory related procedures.Assists with EKG, gas management and patient transporting.Cleans respiratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.Stocks respiratory supplies.Builds knowledge of healthcare privacy regulations (HIPPA) and supports efforts to maintain patient confidentiality in all tasks.Skills and Attributes:Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under minimal supervision.Position Requirements:Work ExperienceNo experience requiredEducationHigh school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire ANDMust be enrolled in a Respiratory program required upon hireLicensure/Certification/RegistrationBLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this positionOrganizational Responsibilities:Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.Additional Job Information:This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.Standard ADA Settings:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs: FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs: FrequentlyCarrying 2575 lbs: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: OccasionallyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyHazardous Drug Risk Exposure:Risk Level: Low-RiskOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.