Respiratory Technician (PRN)

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in Missouri seeks an aspiring Respiratory Therapist to administer prescribed modalities under direct clinical supervision. Requires completion of at least one RT program semester and current enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.

The role involves performing physician-ordered procedures, maintaining patient records, and ensuring compliance with state regulations (334.890, 20 CSR 2255-3.010). A valid RT license and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of one RT program semester.
• In good academic standing within the Respiratory Therapy program.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administers respiratory therapy modalities as ordered by physician.
• Under direct clinical supervision of a department supervisor.
• Complies with Missouri Board of Respiratory Care regulations.

Skills

RT modalities

Patient assessment

Clinical supervision

Education

Associates - Respiratory Therapy

Job description

Summary

Under the direct clinical supervision of a department supervisor, administers as assigned respiratory therapy modalities ordered by physician pursuant to section 334.890, and 20 CSR 2255-3.010 RSMo in the respiratory care section via Missouri Board of Respiratory Care.

EXPERIENCE:

Successfully has completed one semester RT program

SPECIAL SKILLS:

N/A

OTHER:

In good academic standing while in the Respiratory Program.

LICENSE/CERT:

Required: RT (Respiratory Therapist), BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association)

EDUCATION:

Required: Associates - Respiratory Therapy