Respiratory Care Apprentice

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a per diem Respiratory Therapy support role. This position provides limited hands-on observation of respiratory procedures under supervision of the Respiratory Care team.

Responsibilities include observing procedures, assisting with EKGs and gas management, transporting patients, and cleaning equipment. The role emphasizes HIPAA compliance and a strong commitment to safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED, with enrollment in a respiratory program.
• BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• No prior work experience required for entry-level observation role.

Responsibilities

• Observes respiratory procedures under supervision.
• Assists with EKG, gas management and patient transport.
• Cleans respiratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Stocks respiratory supplies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Education

High school / GED

Respiratory program enrollment

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 Therapy

Job 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 Experience No experience required

Education High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire AND Must be enrolled in a Respiratory program required upon hire

Licensure/Certification/Registration BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational 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:

Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently Carrying 2575 lbs: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - 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.

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.