UHC - Student Respiratory Therapist

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 4,200 - 6,500; Part time

Job summary

United Hospital Center (UHC) in Bridgeport, WV seeks a Respiratory Care Assistant to provide evaluation and care for respiratory therapy patients under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist.

This role requires WV licensure or permit, BLS within 30 days, and the ability to operate oxygen and aerosol devices, perform spirometry, and assist with patient education. 4 hours weekly, on-site, non-exempt position.

Qualifications

• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided.
• WV: Student Respiratory Care Permit through the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain low flow oxygen devices (<=6 LPM) including nasal cannula or simple mask.
• Set up and maintain aerosol devices with FiO2 <= 50%.
• Deliver medications through a spontaneous small volume nebulizer.
• Deliver medication via MDI or dry powder inhaler.
• Measure peak flow, simple spirometry, and pulse oximetry.
• Administer airway clearance devices/techniques: therapy vest, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, suctioning via artificial airway, and PEP therapies.
• Communicate with the healthcare team regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Assist with patient and family education alongside the healthcare team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

WV Respiratory Care Permit

BLS Certification

Job description

Provides evaluation of and care for respiratory therapy patients under the direct supervision of a licensed registered or certified respiratory therapist.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided:

WV:

Student Respiratory Care Permit through the West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care

• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

Working under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist certified or registered this position will:

• Set up and maintain low flow oxygen devices of 6 LPM or less to include nasal cannula or a simple mask.
• Set up and maintain aerosol devices with Fi02 of equal to or less than 50%.
• Deliver medications through a spontaneous small volume nebulizer.
• Deliver medication via Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) or dry powder inhaler
• Measure of peak flow, simple spirometry, and pulse oximetry.
• Administer the following airway clearance devices or techniques: therapy vest, chest physiotherapy, incentive spirometry, suctioning via artificial airway, and positive expiratory pressure therapies.
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with other members of the healthcare team regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Provides assistance with patient and family/caregiver education along with other members of the healthcare team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be on feet/walking extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull 40 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment for patient care.

Skills And Abilities

• Requires good interpersonal communication skills when in contact with public, patients, staff and physicians.
• Requires multi-tasking, problem solving and decision making abilities.

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

4

Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

UHC United Hospital Center

Cost Center

200 UHC Cardiopulmonary Services

Address

327 Medical Park Drive

Bridgeport

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.