Respiratory Therapy Assistant: Frontline Patient Care

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a dedicated support professional for respiratory therapy. In this role, you would provide crucial assistance to respiratory therapists, ensuring that equipment is ready for patient use and facilitating safe patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and be organized and communicative. This position demands physical stamina, including lifting and moving patients as necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Organizational skills needed to plan, schedule and complete tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists the respiratory therapist with caring for patients.
• Prepares ventilators and respiratory equipment for patient use.
• Cleans and restocks respiratory equipment.
• Monitors ventilator settings and communicates with the therapist.
• Assists with patient repositioning and proning.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Accredited respiratory therapy program completed 1 semester

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a dedicated support professional for respiratory therapy. In this role, you would provide crucial assistance to respiratory therapists, ensuring that equipment is ready for patient use and facilitating safe patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and be organized and communicative. This position demands physical stamina, including lifting and moving patients as necessary.