Respiratory Tech, PRN
Piedmont Healthcare Inc.
- Location
- Onsite (Augusta, GA)
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 6 days ago
About the Role
Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Respiratory Tech to administer aerosol and chest physical therapy to non-critical patients at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. The role involves maintaining respiratory equipment and assisting licensed therapists with non-invasive procedures under supervision.
Skills
Aerosol therapy
Chest physical therapy
Oximetry evaluations
Basic Life Support
Respiratory care
Equipment maintenance
Patient education
Non-invasive respiratory care
Full job details
Responsibilities
Administers aerosol therapy, chest physical therapy and oximetry evaluations to non-critical patients Performs Basic Life Support activities Teaches and demonstrates respiratory care activities to patients and their representatives cleans, assembles, sets up and maintains equipment and supplies. Perform non-invasive respiratory care procedures as ordered under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.Qualifications
Education- A student currently enrolled in an AMA approved respiratory care program and completed one semester. Required and
- Active student status must be maintained and documented. Must submit letter of recommendation from Program Director for consideration of employment Required
- Must have completed a student respiratory floor therapy rotation Required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
- ACLS post completion of second semester of respiratory care program or within 60 days of hire within 60 Days Required