Respiratory Care Staff Tech

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a Respiratory Care Staff Technician in Ottawa Hills, Ohio. The candidate must be currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care educational program and capable of providing basic respiratory care under supervision.

Key qualifications include eligibility for the National Board for Respiratory Care Certification exam and a current State Medical Board of Ohio License. The position requires active BLS Certification in CPR. The company offers a supportive, tobacco-free work environment promoting health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care Certification exam or enrolled in an AMA-approved respiratory care program.
• Current State Medical Board of Ohio License: Limited Permit required.
• BLS Certification in CPR through the American Heart Association, must be active at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine respiratory care under clinical supervision.
• Assess patient's health status and identify age-specific needs.

Education

Enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Care educational program

Job description

Job Description

The Respiratory Care Staff Technician (S.T.) is currently enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care educational program and functions in a limited capacity, exclusively within the realm of routine respiratory care. Practical knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the cardiopulmonary system is required to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients receiving respiratory care. The S.T. will function under the clinical supervision and guidance of the Manager or Charge Therapist. The Respiratory Care Staff Technician must demonstrate beginning and intermediate knowledge of clinical application and theoretical respiratory principles consistent with the current literature and accepted practice of the respiratory care profession. The Respiratory Care Staff Technician must be able to assess and interpret basic data about the patient’s health status to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care Certification exam or is enrolled and in good standing in an AMA‑approved respiratory care program – required.
• Current State Medical Board of Ohio License: Limited Permit – required.
• BLS Certification in CPR through the American Heart Association. Certification must be active at time of hire and maintained throughout employment in position.

Conditions of Employment

To promote the highest levels of health and well‑being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco‑free. Pre‑employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health‑Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. The University provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.