Respiratory Care Assistant - Acute Patient Support

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, seeks a student Respiratory Care Practitioner to participate in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under supervision. You will assist with cardiopulmonary testing, oxygen therapy, airway clearance, and patient monitoring in a busy clinical setting.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to infectious disease standards, and collaboration with physicians, nurses and the health care team.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a 2 year approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent) and is in good standing.
• Completion of the first semester of the respiratory care program.

Responsibilities

• Verify physician orders for appropriateness and accuracy and perform related tasks.
• Provide education to patients and families and collaborate with health care team.
• Monitor patient response to therapies and document in the medical record.

Education

Two-year respiratory care program (active enrollment)

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, seeks a student Respiratory Care Practitioner to participate in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under supervision. You will assist with cardiopulmonary testing, oxygen therapy, airway clearance, and patient monitoring in a busy clinical setting.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to infectious disease standards, and collaboration with physicians, nurses and the health care team.