Respiratory Therapy Assistant

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Primary Location

Rapid City, SD USA

Department

RCH Respiratory Care

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Starting Pay Rate Range

$18.71 - $21.50

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides support to the Respiratory Care Department by performing clinical duties in accordance with department policy and as allowed by the South Dakota Respiratory Therapy Licensure Act. Strives to meet the needs of the Respiratory Care Department in terms of supply/equipment control, equipment preparation, and direct assistance to the Respiratory Therapist. Provides a positive and professional environment for the patient. As assigned, serves as the department receptionist and appointment scheduler to ensure effective customer service according to Monument Health standards. Serves patients with regards to age specific/cultural diversity needs. Performs other duties as assigned for optimum performance of the department.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  • Performs clinical duties under the direction of a licensed Respiratory Therapist.
  • Demonstrates the ability to identify an emergency situation and initiates appropriate responses.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of technical principles of cleaning, standard precautions (BSI), assembly, and testing of respiratory and life support equipment.
  • Performs technical error trouble shooting of all respiratory care equipment and reports safety issues/faulty equipment to appropriate personnel or department for repair.
  • Monitors, organizes, and replenishes respiratory care supplies/equipment in the department and designated areas to include cost effective ordering of stock and non-stock supplies.
  • Investigates and resolves delayed deliveries, backorders, and other discrepancies; reports progress and outcome to Director.
  • Maintains an adequate supply of oxygen/air/nitric oxide/heliox cylinders in designated areas by checking pressure levels and replacing cylinders as needed. Inspects storage areas and assures proper storage of cylinders per safety standards.
  • Performs all projects and assignments delegated by Director/Supervisor.
  • Answers the telephone efficiently and effectively, transferring telephone calls appropriately.
  • Communicates with patients to ensure scheduled exam times are acceptable, and requirements for exams are understood. Documents changes in scheduled exams and patient demographics in the appropriate systems. Ensures all orders placed in the system meet the time frame requested by the provider ordering the exam.

    Greets patients and visitors in a pleasant manner, effectively handling their needs.
  • Participates in department activities related to performance improvement and quality management.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of Respiratory Care Experience

Education – Certification or degree in Related Medical Field


Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Rehabilitation

Job Family

Respiratory Therapy

Shift

Employee Type

Regular
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