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Respiratory Care Assistant

Part-time

AdventHealth

Glendale Heights, ILPart-time$23.32–43.37/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$23.32–43.37/hr
Location
Glendale Heights, IL
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)

Job overview

AdventHealth is hiring a Respiratory Care Assistant. The Respiratory Care Assistant provides respiratory services according to provider orders and department policies. This role involves administering treatments, performing arterial punctures for blood gas analysis, and managing respiratory therapy equipment. The assistant also educates patients and families on treatment plans and maintains professional competency through ongoing education.

Key focus areas include Provide respiratory services in accordance with specific provider’s orders, department policies, and procedures., Administer respiratory therapy treatments, understanding the purpose and possible side effects of each., and Perform arterial punctures to obtain and analyze arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis..

Successful candidates bring High School Grad Or Equiv, Completed First Year And Currently Enrolled In A Two-Year Approved Respiratory Therapy Program, and Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS). Important skills include Communicate Effectively In English. Preferred (not required): Additional Languages, Administer Respiratory Therapy Treatments, Perform Arterial Punctures, and Manage And Operate Respiratory Therapy Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communicate Effectively in EnglishAdditional LanguagesAdminister Respiratory Therapy TreatmentsPerform Arterial PuncturesManage and Operate Respiratory Therapy EquipmentKnowledge of Oxygen Delivery MethodsDocument Patient DataCoordinate and Direct Patient CareKnowledge of Techniques and Treatment Modalities for Varying AgesFormulate and Evaluate Teaching Plans

Qualifications

High School Grad or EquivCompleted First Year and Currently Enrolled in a Two-Year Approved Respiratory Therapy ProgramBasic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS)Neonatal Resuscitation (NPR)Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS)

Full job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Address:

701 WINTHROP AVE

City:

GLENDALE HEIGHTS

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60139

Job Description:

**PRN - Night and Day Shifts Available

  • Provides respiratory services in accordance with specific provider’s orders, department policies, and procedures.

  • Administers respiratory therapy treatments, understanding the purpose and possible side effects of each.

  • Performs arterial punctures to obtain and analyze arterial blood samples for blood gas analysis, understanding possible complications and contraindications.

  • Manages and operates respiratory therapy equipment safely and correctly, inspecting and testing to ensure functionality.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of oxygen delivery methods and necessary equipment, remaining alert to possible side effects.

  • Documents all pertinent data on the patient's electronic medical record following completion of any service.

  • Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.

  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of techniques and treatment modalities for patients of varying ages.

  • Formulates and evaluates teaching plans based on identified learning needs of patients, including family involvement as appropriate.

  • Attends education in-service programs to maintain professional competency and obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. [Required]

  • Additional languages [Preferred]

Education:

  • High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study:

  • Completed the first year and is currently enrolled in a two-year approved Respiratory Therapy Program. Required

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

  • Neonatal Resuscitation (NPR) [Preferred]

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$23.32 - $43.37

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Respiratory Services

Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks

Schedule: Per diem

Shift: Night

Req ID: 152439003

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