RESPIRATORY TECH

Phelps Health; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is a hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of Missouri. The Respiratory Technician performs duties in line with departmental policies, demonstrates professional conduct and teamwork, and participates in oxygen rounds and patient monitoring across the hospital.

Education requires a high school graduate or equivalent with enrollment in a Respiratory program. Certification including BLS is required; advanced certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent; enrollment in a Respiratory program.
• BLS certification required by American Heart Association; ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE preferred.
• Missouri Educational Permit for Respiratory Care required.
• Experience in respiratory therapy or a related healthcare field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs department equipment processing and stock disbursement by maintaining department equipment and stocking supplies.
• Disinfects equipment as directed by policy.
• Performs equipment function checks after cleaning and setup with proper documentation.
• Participates with the respiratory therapist in oxygen rounds and maintaining medical gas tanks.
• Conducts EKG, Holter Monitor, and Event Monitor testing per policy and procedure guidelines.
• Administers respiratory therapies under the supervision of a staff therapist with a valid Missouri student permit.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent; enrollment in a Respiratory program

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

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General Summary

• The Respiratory Technician performs duties as assigned as well as follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Demonstrates behavior which exemplifies professional conduct and teamwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs department equipment processing and stock disbursement by maintaining department equipment in operating order and checks on and stocks medical supplies, medical gases, and office supplies in appropriate locations.
• Performs equipment disinfection as directed by policy.
• Performs equipment function checks after equipment is cleaned and set up, including proper documentation of the function checks.
• Participates with the respiratory therapist in oxygen rounds and maintaining medical gas tanks throughout hospital.
• Conducts EKG, Holter Monitor, and Event Monitor testing satisfactorily according to policy and procedure guidelines.
• Administers respiratory therapies with a valid Missouri student permit under the direct supervision of a staff therapist.

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent required and enrollment in a Respiratory program.

Work Experience

• Experience in Respiratory Therapy or a related healthcare field preferred but not required.

Certification/License

• Required to have and maintain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE) preferred.
• Required to have an Educational Permit issued by the Missouri Board for Respiratory Care.

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Mental/Physical Requirements

• Considerable mental concentration required for long periods of time. Requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 35 lbs..

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to infectious materials and other hazardous conditions.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!