Respiratory Therapy Technician - First Year RT Students

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, KS, is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Technician - First Year RT Students Varies - PRN Bell Hospital to support respiratory care operations. The role focuses on maintaining and calibrating respiratory equipment, managing supplies, and instructing patients in the Sleep Disorders Center.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate preferred; healthcare experience helpful.
• Advanced English: reading, writing and speaking.
• Basic computer knowledge including email.

Responsibilities

• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Maintains respiratory care equipment and supplies.
• Calibrates equipment and maintains gas cylinders.
• Instructs patients on home sleep study equipment.
• Communicates effectively with patients and healthcare staff.
• Responds promptly to emergencies and safety issues.
• Assists with orientation of new staff and training students.

Skills

Communication

Infection prevention

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Healthcare work experience

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Calibrating equipment

Sleep study equipment

Job description

Position Title Respiratory Therapy Technician - First Year RT Students Varies - PRN Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: The Respiratory Therapy (RT) Equipment Technician assumes responsibility for maintaining respiratory care equipment, such as cleaning and calibrating. Additionally, the RT Equipment Technician maintains respiratory supplies and equipment in the Sleep Disorders Center. The RT Equipment Technician is responsible for instructing patients.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Follows policies, procedures, and standards (e.g., proper infection prevention, handwashing, isolation procedures, etc.).
• Interacts with therapists, and other health system staff to provide quality, safe, and efficient care for the patient.
• Aids other staff, when applicable, to complete their assignment.
• Communicates effectively with patients, health care providers, and other customers both orally and written/via computer.
• Assumes responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with position.
• Reacts appropriately under high levels of stress; demonstrates flexibility in the face of uncertainty, and can take responsible and professional action without awaiting orders.
• Quickly respond to critical situations including taking stairs to reach emergencies and assist in the removal of patients from the building (in case of fire).
• Resolves issues, or escalates them to the appropriate resource.
• Knowledgeable about Respiratory Therapy supplies/equipment and can operate and care for the equipment safely.
• Able to calibrate equipment and maintain medical gas cylinders, and other Respiratory Therapy equipment, for patient use.
• Instructs patients on home sleep study equipment and coordinates delivery/return of equipment (Sleep Disorders center only).
• Delivers supplies/equipment promptly, especially during emergent situations.
• Manages supplies and equipment to ensure proper resource management, including staging, rotating, checking for expiration dates, and restocking.
• Assists with orientation of new staff and training of students, when necessary.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

High School Graduate Preferred Education and Experience Additional healthcare work experience

Required Language Skills

Advanced English - must read, write and speak English

Knowledge Requirements

Basic computer knowledge, including email

Time

Type: Part time

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

About The University of Kansas Health SystemAs part of the region's premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.