Respiratory Tech, PRN
Piedmont Healthcare Inc.
- Location
- Onsite (Athens, GA)
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the role
Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital seeks a Respiratory Tech to administer therapies and maintain equipment under licensed supervision. This role supports non-critical patient care within a comprehensive healthcare setting.
Skills
Aerosol therapy
Chest physical therapy
Oximetry evaluations
Basic Life Support
Respiratory care
Equipment maintenance
Patient education
Non-invasive respiratory procedures
Full job details
Overview
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.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