Respiratory Care Assistant, Atrium Health Stanly, PRN

126 Atrium Health Hospitals, Inc.; Albemarle (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Atrium Health Stanly in North Carolina is seeking a part-time Respiratory Care Assistant to support the Respiratory Therapy Services team. This role is sign-on bonus eligible and requires flexibility to cover as-needed shifts.

Responsibilities include performing respiratory care treatments, oxygen administration, suctioning, and ABG sample handling, while adhering to safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Enrolled in a CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program with at least one year completed.
• Registered with NC Respiratory Care Board as RCA.
• BLS for healthcare providers required.
• Advanced certification as required by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory duties as outlined by the NCRCB Declaratory Ruling for RCA.
• Performs respiratory care treatments, oxygen administration, suctioning and ABG sampling.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines.
• Completes regulatory requirements and annual proficiency evaluations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Growth and development

Education

High School diploma or GED

Enrolled in CoARC-approved Respiratory Care program (1 year completed)

Job description

Department: 36402 Atrium Health Stanly - Respiratory Therapy Services
Status: Part time
Benefits Eligible: No
Hours Per Week: 0
Schedule Details/Additional Information: as needed. This position is sign on bonus eligible.
Pay Range: $22.00 - $22.00.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs respiratory duties as outlined by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board Declaratory Ruling for Respiratory Care Assistants (RCA).
• Performs respiratory care treatments, oxygen administration, suctions patients and obtains and runs ABG samples.
• Follows departmental safety guidelines.
• Completes all regulatory requirements.
• Completes annual proficiency evaluation of respiratory care equipment and procedures.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Registered with the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) as an RCA required. Basic Life Support for healthcare providers thru the American Heart Association required. Advanced certification per facility/department.

Education Required

A minimum of a High School diploma or GED required. Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited Respiratory Care educational program approved by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and successful completion of 1 year of such program required.

Experience Required

Evidence of completed clinical competency evaluations through their Respiratory Program (skills lab and didactics).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and establish working relationships. Effective problem solving, decision making, and delegation skills. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Protected Health Information

Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job. Will share information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes. Access to verbal, written, and electronic PHI for this job has been determined based on job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires repetitive physical activity. Able to walk and stand to perform duties. Ability to lift 20-50 pounds. Ability to move patients of all age groups. Adequate hearing and eyesight are necessary. Exposure to a working environment that may include odors, low lighting, and crowded working conditions.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not‑for‑profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care.