Respiratory Therapy Student - JumpStart Program

MercyOne Medical Group; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Personal health insurance including,34

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Long- and short-term leave

Retirement planning

Life insurance

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Davenport, IA is seeking a part-time Respiratory Therapist for PRN shifts, with rotating schedule after program completion. The role includes evaluation, administration, and monitoring of respiratory therapies for a diverse patient population from neonatal to geriatric levels.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within MercyOne Health System.

Qualifications

• Must have completed first year in accredited respiratory therapy program and currently enrolled in respiratory therapy program.
• Intermediate language, intermediate math, intermediate reasoning ability.
• Personal computer proficiency and basic clinical documentation responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs inhaled medication therapy and ventilation support as ordered by physician.
• Assists with patient assessment, equipment setup, and monitoring of therapy.
• Collects and analyzes basic clinical data and maintains medical records.

Skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Independence

Language proficiency

Math skills

Reasoning ability

Computer skills

Education

First year in accredited respiratory therapy program

Currently enrolled in respiratory therapy program

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

Employment Type:

• PRN; no set schedule

Shift Schedule:

• Rotating shifts

Position Highlights and Benefits

• After successful completion of Respiratory Therapy program, will be eligible for all benefits associated with profession role offered.

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

• Wellness programs
• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage

GENERAL SUMMARY:

A Respiratory Therapist performs patient assessment, evaluation for appropriate therapy, administration of therapy, consultation with other health care providers, diagnostic testing, implementation and troubleshooting of equipment and monitoring of patient. These services are provided as appropriate for patient age to include neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric adult.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Post completion of Respiratory program)

• Performs inhaled medication therapy, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, chest physiotherapy, oxygen therapy, helium-oxygen therapy, carbon dioxide-oxygen therapy, nitric oxide-oxygen therapy, CPAP therapy, BIPAP therapy, bland aerosol therapy, PEP therapy, high-frequency oscillator therapy, and ventilatory support modalities as ordered by physician.
• Participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, assists or performs intubation, manages artificial airway, and transport of patients requiring ventilatory support.
• Assembles, manipulates, and troubleshoots Respiratory Care equipment including mechanical ventilators, pulse oximeters, capnometers, aerosol generators, medical gas delivery systems, humidification systems, and mechanical percussors.
• Interprets diagnostic results for feasibility and reports results, to include blood or other body fluid analysis by blood gas analyzer and co-oximeter, pulmonary function screening, pulmonary mechanics studies, end-tidal C02, and pulse oximetry.
• Performs record keeping, billing and medical record documentation functions.
• Provides patient instruction in the use of Respiratory Care devices and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (For JumpStart position)

• Must have completed first year in accredited respiratory therapy program and currently enrolled in respiratory therapy program.
• Intermediate language, intermediate math, intermediate reasoning ability. Personal computer.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people; ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.