Respiratory Technician

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in Atlanta seeks a dedicated professional to assist in providing Respiratory Care services under supervision. This role is suitable for individuals at a senior level in an accredited respiratory care program, with no minimum experience required. Responsibilities include managing respiratory care, participating in educational activities, and supporting discharge planning. Candidates must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment. Commitment to professional development and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• Experience as a Respiratory Technician 1 preferred.
• Must acquire Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment.
• Must pass Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of Respiratory Care delivery under supervision.
• Participate in the educational process related to healthcare delivery.
• Assist in discharge planning and management of healthcare environment.
• Help with cleaning, setup, and stocking of equipment and supplies.
• Assists in environmental management for delivery of care under supervision of a licensed professional
• May assist with equipment and supply stocking, cleaning, and setup
• Maintains professional development and participates in achieving organizational and departmental goals
• Performs other responsibilities as required under supervision of a licensed professional

Skills

Competency validation from accredited educational program

Basic Windows Skill Assessment

Education

Actively enrolled at a Senior level or recent graduate of an accredited respiratory care program

Job description

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Work Shift

Variable

Work Day(s)

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team in assisting with assessing, implementing, planning, and evaluating patient care services under the supervision of a certified respiratory care professional. Provides designated clinical and or support services.

Experience

• No minimum experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a Respiratory Technician 1

Education

• Must be actively enrolled at a Senior level or recent graduate of an accredited respiratory care program

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Competency must be validated in writing from an accredited educational program and by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. (per rules and regulations of Georgia Composite Medical Board)
• Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with the management of the ongoing process of Respiratory Care delivery to patients and parents, incorporating age-related and developmental-specific requirements under the supervision of a licensed professional including airway clearance, suctioning, and nebulizer therapies as well as set up and adjustment of supplemental oxygen therapies. May be trained to complete nasal swabs and EKGs for diagnostic testing independently.
• Participates in the educational process related to the delivery of healthcare under the supervision of a licensed professional.
• Participates in the discharge planning process under the supervision of a licensed professional.
• Assists in the management of the environment for the delivery of care under the supervision of a licensed professional.
• May assist with equipment and supply stocking, cleaning, and set-up.
• Maintains professional development.
• Participates in the achievement of organizational and departmental goals.
• Performs other responsibilities as required under the supervision of a licensed professional.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Respiratory