Student Respiratory Tech — Evening PRN

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Competitive salary

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL seeks a Respiratory Therapy Technician - Non-Certified to provide basic respiratory care under the direction of a licensed respiratory therapist or physician. You will assist with treatments, monitor patients, and maintain respiratory equipment to ensure a clean, safe environment.

The role includes helping with oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway therapies, documenting responses, stocking supplies, and educating patients under supervision while following

Qualifications

• Completion of a Respiratory Therapy Technician training program or coursework in a related healthcare field preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in respiratory care or a related field preferred.
• Experience in respiratory therapy, pulmonary function testing, or oxygen therapy support preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed respiratory therapists in preparation and administration of basic respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and incentive spirometry.
• Observes and monitors patients during respiratory therapy treatments, reporting adverse reactions or unusual observations to supervising staff.
• Cleans, maintains, and sets up respiratory equipment following infection control and safety protocols.
• Records treatment administration and patient responses in the medical record as directed.
• Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for respiratory procedures, ensuring proper stock levels and equipment functionality.
• Educates patients and families on basic respiratory exercises and therapies under supervision.
• Adheres to all departmental policies, safety regulations, and infection prevention protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Basic respiratory care concepts

Communication skills

Infection control

Time management

Education

Respiratory Therapy Technician training program or related coursework

Tools

Respiratory equipment

Job description

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL seeks a Respiratory Therapy Technician - Non-Certified to provide basic respiratory care under the direction of a licensed respiratory therapist or physician. You will assist with treatments, monitor patients, and maintain respiratory equipment to ensure a clean, safe environment.

The role includes helping with oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and airway therapies, documenting responses, stocking supplies, and educating patients under supervision while following