Respiratory Therapy Assistant-Dispatch

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 30,692 - 43,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Retirement package

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rochester is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Assistant to support respiratory care services and deliver various oxygen devices. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in patient care, with a commitment to quality service and teamwork. This position offers rotating shifts and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a direct patient care role.
• Ability to learn and perform CPR.
• Strong commitment to patient and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for respiratory care services.
• Deliver oxygen devices and perform hospital-wide rounds.
• Assist with data entry for department billing and QA database.

Skills

Verbal communication

Independent problem solving

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in direct patient care

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Job description

Overview

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides support for respiratory care services for the treatment of patients with disordered respiratory physiology under the direction of a registered respiratory therapist. Responsible for delivering varied oxygen devices on a timely basis. The respiratory therapy assistant performs hospital-wide rounds on a daily basis to monitor and provide service to patients using respiratory support devices. Supports the respiratory therapists, nurses, and physicians with their equipment/supplies needs, work lists, workload data throughout the Mayo complex. Serves in the department communications center and provides information management and data entry for department billing, QA database, and in support of research studies. Member of the hospital Code 45 team, performing CPR as required. Staff at RMH performs 12 Lead EKG\'s.

Qualifications

Minimum educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with at least 3 years of experience in a direct patient care role or active enrollment in, or graduation from, an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Must be able to learn and perform CPR. Must have good verbal communication skills. Ability to interact with a variety of individuals. Have strong independent problem solving skills to respond to unpredictable situations. Maturity, initiative, commitment to patient and customer service, and good judgment are required. Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment. Expected to follow proper precautions to avoid potential exposure to infectious agents, hazardous substances, noise, and heat. Good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to work with equipment. CPR will be taught if not already BLS trained. Must be able to differentiate medical life support gases. Previous knowledge of medical terminology/abbreviations helpful.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship and we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Additional Details

Exemption Status: Nonexempt

Compensation Detail: $22.28 - $31.63 / hour

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Hours/Pay Period: 80

Schedule Details: Rotating Shifts: Rotation Days, 6am-2pm/Evenings, 2pm-10pm; Holiday Schedule: Every other holiday

Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend

International Assignment: No

Site Description: Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee\'s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter: Lisa Morrey