Respiratory Aide

About the role

Your experience matters. Harris Regional is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Respiratory Aide joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Responsibilities

• Assists respiratory therapists with preparing for and providing patient care.
• Must be under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner.
• The educational institution must verify that the student has successfully completed a competency evaluation that certifies the student to be competent in all the following respirator care procedures:
• Oxygen Supply Systems
• Equipment Processing
• Manual Resuscitation
• Oxygen Administration
• Humidity and Aerosol Therapy
• Small Volume Nebulizer Therapy
• MDI Administration
• Incentive Spirometry
• Non-invasive Mechanical Airway Clearance Therapy
• Chest Physiotherapy with suctioning
• Arterial Puncture
• Electrocardiogram (if performed)
• Patient Reporting

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a recognized Respiratory Care Program that has been approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care or its predecessor.
• The educational institution must verify that the student is in good standing with a minimum grade of 2.0 in all RCP courses, and an overall average of 2.0 must be maintained.
• Must register with the Board on a form provided by the Board before providing respiratory care procedures as a Respiratory Care Assistant.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Qualifications

• Desirable to belong to national, state and/or local societies.
• Experience in other x-ray departments, clinics, or medical offices highly desired.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & fitness center access: Free gym memberships.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

PRN, Variable

Contact

For more information about this position, please visit www.myhaywoodregional.com.

EEOC Statement

Harris Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.