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Student Respiratory Therapist - St. Vincent Medical Center
Bon Secours Mercy Health • Toledo, OH 43620 • Posted 30+ days ago
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The Student Respiratory Therapist at St. Vincent Medical Center, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, provides basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role involves drawing and processing arterial and/or capillary blood samples, administering oxygen delivery devices, performing basic respiratory therapy techniques, and maintaining respiratory equipment. The position also includes cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, records and reports results, and performs quality controls as required.
- Administers oxygen delivery devices and sets up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
- Provides basic respiratory therapy techniques including Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.
- Performs EKGs and understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
- Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
- Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.
- Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
- Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
- Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
- Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries.
- Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage.
- Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.
Qualifications
Required
- Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working
- BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program
About Bon Secours Mercy Health
Bon Secours Mercy Health is a leading healthcare provider with a focus on transforming healthcare through technology, investments, and partnerships. They offer compassionate care through hospitals, physician practices, and clinical sites in the United States and Ireland, striving to enhance access, efficiency, and quality in the industry. Mercy Health is dedicated to driving innovation, advocating for service and stewardship, and serving all individuals, particularly the underserved, in line with their Catholic heritage.
Full Job Description
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
**Primary Function/General Purpose of Position**
The Respiratory Care Professional 1, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.
**Essential Job Functions**
+ Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.
+ May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
+ May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.
+ May perform EKG's; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
+ Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
+ Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.
+ Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations
+ Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
+ Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment
+ Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries
+ Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage
+ Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
**Licensing/Certification**
+ Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working
+ BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
**Education**
+ A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
**Primary Function/General Purpose of Position**
The Respiratory Care Professional 1, under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, may provide basic respiratory care to non-acute patients. This role may also be responsible for cleaning, assembling, and maintaining respiratory supplies and equipment. Must maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.
**Essential Job Functions**
+ Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draws arterial and/or capillary blood samples from patients, processes the sample, record and report results, and perform quality controls as required.
+ May administer oxygen delivery devices. Sets-up and monitors non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
+ May provides basic respiratory therapy techniques to include: Aerosol Therapy, Postural Drainage and Percussion, Incentive Spirometry, Metered Dose Inhalers, and all other treatment modalities.
+ May perform EKG's; understands electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
+ Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, tests, and maintains par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
+ Orders, maintains, and delivers oxygen to units.
+ Ensures respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations
+ Arranges for the repair of broken equipment.
+ Fills orders for respiratory supplies and equipment
+ Receives for respiratory supplies and equipment deliveries
+ Inspects supplies and equipment deliveries for damage
+ Labels storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
**Licensing/Certification**
+ Current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state they are working
+ BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)
**Education**
+ A current student in good standing with an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA approved Respiratory Care Program (required)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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