Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Respiratory Therapy Assistant
Respiratory Care
0.30 - 0.90 FTE, 24 - 72 Hours a Pay Period
Days, Hours between 6 am - 6 pm or 7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Weekends: Every Third Weekend
Holidays: Every Third Holiday
*Starting Pay Between $19.00 - $23.75 Based on Experience

Position Overview:

This is a position for a student of Respiratory Practitioner who has partially completed their clinical experience and has completed competencies to reflect the services they will provide. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant (RTA) provides safe, basic respiratory care for patients and families, functioning under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist (RT) in the hospital and clinic setting. Direct supervision means that the RT is immediately available to continually coordinate, direct, and inspect, at first hand the care provided by the RTA. The RTA cannot independently assume duties done by an RT and will not function independently on critical patients. The RTA will focus on the health and wellness of the patient while providing safe, essential respiratory care for patients with the primary goal of assisting the RT while preparing for a career in respiratory care.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completes Winona Health orientation and education requirements and contributes to the Winona Health Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Contributes to assessment by collecting and documenting data at the direction of the Respiratory Therapist. The RTA’s documentation must be verified for accuracy and cosigned each shift by the supervising RT.
• Assists with formulating and carrying out the patient’s individual plan of care. Creation, assessment, revision, and evaluation of the patient plan of care cannot be delegated to the RTA.
• The RTA may reinforce education that has already been completed by the Respiratory Therapist.
• Provides direct patient care and documents interventions. Administers and documents medications under the direct supervision of the Respiratory Therapist.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and enrolled in an Associates or Bachelors Respiratory Practitioner Program
• Need to be in final year of their program with proof of competencies being signed off with the school
• Will graduate from the Respiratory Care Practitioner Program and have an active Registration on The National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and Minnesota State Registration as a CRT within 15 months of hire

Preferred:

• Previous healthcare experience

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available: 

Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives 
Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being 
Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth 
Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
 
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer:

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.