Respiratory Patient Care Tech

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock is seeking a Respiratory Care Patient Care Technician (PRN/Variable hours). The role supports RRTs/CRTs with patient care, conducts EKGs, and manages Smart Monitor setup and data downloads for interpretation.

The ideal candidate is a student of an advanced practitioner respiratory care program, with a high school diploma or GED. The position emphasizes infection control and teamwork in a pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in respiratory patient care is preferred for advanced practitioner students.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient care tasks such as pulse-oximetry and EKGs according to protocol.
• Document patient care and assign charges following department guidelines.
• Communicate patient information to healthcare team to tailor care plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and comply with infection control standards.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

Work Shift: Variable Time Type: Part time Department: CC014010 Respiratory Care - Little Rock

Summary: Respiratory Care, PRN/Variable hours (Student of an advanced practitioner respiratory care program preferred) The Respiratory Patient Care Tech provides patient care and supportive duties as delegated by the RRTs and CRTs. Assists with patient care responsibilities, performs EKGs, is responsible for the Smart Monitor setup and download for interpretation, fulfills frontline duty for RCS infection control of equipment and supplies, and works with minimal supervision to efficiently complete job duties.

Additional Information: #AC2025 Required Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Recommended Work Experience: Related Field - 1 year of experience Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Prometric, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association of Healthcare Professionals (NAHP), Registered Medical Assistant - -

Description

• 1. Completes patient care: pulse-oximetry, EKGs (applies electrodes properly, accurately identifying patient on the EKG, preparing and processing the EKG for interpretation, entering orders and charges correctly), and equipment setup (including calibration, programming and downloading Smart Monitors) medical gas cylinders, and various oxygen delivery devices, and other patient care related assignments in a safe, efficient and timely manner.
• 2. Documents patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines.
• 3. Communicates patient/family information to health care team members to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care.
• 4. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment which is in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.
• 5. Acts as a courier as needed to meet daily unit/department requirements.
• 6. Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.
• 7. Continuously monitors patient documentation and reports discrepancies appropriately.
• 8. Practices optimal infection control processes both in patient contact and equipment cleaning/maintenance.
• 9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

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“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant