Respiratory Tech, PRN, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an AMA-approved respiratory care program for a PRN role. Responsibilities include administering aerosol therapy, performing basic life support, and teaching patients. Ideal candidates will have completed a rotation in respiratory therapy and hold current certifications in BLS.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and actively practicing in a respiratory care program.
• Completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation.
• Certification in BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Administers aerosol therapy and chest physical therapy.
• Performs Basic Life Support activities.
• Teaches respiratory care activities to patients.

Skills

Aerosol therapy

Chest physical therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient teaching

Education

Currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program

Completed one semester

Job description

Description:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Administers aerosol therapy, chest physical therapy and oximetry evaluations to non-critical patients Performs Basic Life Support activities Teaches and demonstrates respiratory care activities to patients and their representatives cleans, assembles, sets up and maintains equipment and supplies. Perform non-invasive respiratory care procedures as ordered under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.

Required Hours: PRN Variable Day Shift

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester.
Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from Program Director for consideration of employment.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Current certification in BLS required.
Must be actively practicing and maintaining all required respiratory care competencies.
ACLS required post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire.