Respiratory Technician — Lifesaving Care & Growth

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 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.