Respiratory Technician | 0.1 IPT

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is a Missouri hospital system seeking a Respiratory Technician to support patient care and teamwork, following hospital policies and procedures. The role focuses on professional conduct and collaboration within the care team.

Under supervision of a staff therapist, you will participate in oxygen rounds, maintain medical gas supplies, perform EKG/monitoring tests, manage equipment, and administer respiratory therapies as needed to assist patient recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and enrollment in a respiratory program.
• Educational Permit issued by Missouri Board for Respiratory Care.
• BLS certification is required; advanced certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains department equipment and stocks medical supplies and gases.
• Performs equipment disinfection as directed by policy.
• Documents equipment function checks after cleaning and setup.
• Participates with the respiratory therapist in oxygen rounds and maintaining medical gas tanks.
• Conducts EKG, Holter Monitor, and Event Monitor testing according to policy.
• Administers respiratory therapies under the supervision of a staff therapist.

Skills

BLS Certification

Advanced certifications

Education

High school diploma; enrollment in a respiratory program

Educational Permit for Respiratory Care (Missouri)

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.

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.

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.