Respiratory Therapist Assistant

Blount Memorial Hospital

  • Columbia, SC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.Job Summary This job performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians’ orders and department policy. Performs all procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician. Job duties will be assigned based on student's clinical progression and competency validation.Accountabilities
  • Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician’s order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult). May not take verbal orders or modify orders. 50%
  • Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians. Provides a complete and accurate report.10%
  • May perform blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately.10%
  • Accurately and completely documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate. 20%
  • Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. 10%
Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.Minimum RequirementsN/ARequired Certifications/Registrations/LicensesBLSIn Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Listed Aboven/aWork Shift Day (United States of America)Location RichlandFacility 1510 Richland HospitalDepartment 15107135 Respiratory Care ServicesShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

Blount Memorial Hospital