Respiratory Care Assistant

ProMedica; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

ProMedica is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant in Toledo. You will assemble, operate, and troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment for patients with respiratory conditions, and assist with clinical instruction.

You will educate patients on disease-specific processes, tobacco cessation and available respiratory care services, while contributing to a supportive, mission-driven care environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled or in good standing, or a recent graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Ohio facilities – must have a current Limited Permit License to render respiratory care services by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board in the state of Ohio.
• Current BLS.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, operate and troubleshoot therapeutic and diagnostic equipment.
• Teach patients about disease-specific processes, tobacco cessation and respiratory care services provided.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Enrollment in accredited respiratory therapy program

Recent graduate respiratory therapy program

Tools

Respiratory care equipment

Job description

Location

Toledo Hospital Department: Respiratory Care Weekly Hours: 24 Status: Part time Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Job Summary

As a Respiratory Care Assistant, you will play an essential role in the care of ProMedica patients who have respiratory conditions. You will assemble, operate and troubleshoot therapeutic and diagnostic equipment and help with clinical instruction. In this role, you will teach patients about disease-specific processes, tobacco cessation and respiratory care services provided. The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled and in good standing, or a recent graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy program.
• Ohio facilities – must have a current Limited Permit License to render respiratory care services by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board in the state of Ohio.
• Current BLS.

Preferred Requirements

• Membership in the American Association of Respiratory Care.

About ProMedica

ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Accommodation policy

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica,

Equal Opportunity

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

Employment philosophy

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace Health Care Is Everything We pride ourselves on being a place where people start and develop life-long careers. From a thriving culture to flexible benefits, we have so much to offer those who join our team. Find your career and be the heart of health care in our mission-driven organization.