Respiratory Technician | 0.1 IPT

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health, a Missouri healthcare system, is seeking a Respiratory Technician to join the team. The role involves equipment processing, disinfection, and assisting with respiratory therapies under supervision.

Required to have a high school diploma and enrollment in a respiratory program, with BLS certification. An Educational Permit from the Missouri Board for Respiratory Care is required to maintain credentialing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in a Respiratory program.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP/STABLE preferred.
• Educational Permit issued by Missouri Board for Respiratory Care must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Performs department equipment processing and stock disbursement; maintains department equipment in operating order and stocks medical supplies and gases.
• Performs equipment disinfection as directed by policy.
• Performs equipment function checks after cleaning and setup; documents functions.
• Participates with respiratory therapist in oxygen rounds and managing medical gas tanks.
• Conducts EKG, Holter Monitor, and Event Monitor testing per policy.
• Administers respiratory therapies under direct supervision of a staff therapist.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in 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.

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.

re. 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!

Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.