respiratory care assistant

Lexington Health

<div><p>Respiratory Therapy
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PRN<br>
Rotating<br>
PRN</p><br>
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Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet <i>with Distinction</i> status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News &amp; World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer.</p><br>
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Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state&rsquo;s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer&rsquo;s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2>
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Performs or assists with assembly, transport, calibration, disinfection, and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment. Assists with inventorying and stocking of respiratory supplies. Performs or assists with functions within the scope of Respiratory Therapy to include - but not limited to - oxygen therapy, equipment turn around, and cleaning.</p>
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Minimum Qualifications</b></h2>
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Minimum Education</b>: High School Diploma or Equivalent;</p>
<p>Active Enrollment in an AMA Accredited Respiratory Care Program after Successful Completion of First Semester.<br>
<b>Minimum Years of Experience</b>: None.<br>
<b>Substitutable Education &amp; Experience (Optional)</b>: None.<br>
<b>Required Certifications/Licensure</b>: BLS required within 90 days of hire.<br>
<b>Required Training</b>: None.</p>
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Essential Functions</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Performs routine assembly, maintenance and cleaning of various types of respiratory equipment</li>
<li>Disinfection of patient care equipment and replacing disposable supplies.</li>
<li>Demonstrates the appropriate us of PPE.</li>
<li>Transport equipment to between inpatient units and procedural areas as directed by a Respiratory Therapist.</li>
<li>Maintains clean and organized Respiratory Therapy Department.</li>
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</div><div><ul><li>Obtains needed equipment for Respiratory Therapist as requested.</li>
<li>Maintains and organized Respiratory Therapy equipment rooms on patient units.</li>
<li>Successful completion of all coarse objectives and demonstration of competencies in specific modality before performing patient care duties under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Therapist.</li>
<li>Performs all other duties as assigned.</li>
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</div></div></div><p>We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and their families:</p>
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<li>Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits</li>
<li>Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)</li>
<li>Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.</li>
<li>Employer paid life insurance &ndash; equal to 1x salary</li>
<li>Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary</li>
<li>Adoption assistance</li>
<li>LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
<li>Student loan forgiveness</li>
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<p><b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b><br>
It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee&rsquo;s desires and abilities and the hospital&rsquo;s needs.</p></div>

Respiratory Care Assistant

Hospital Sisters Health System

<p></p><div><p><b>Pay Range:</b></p>
$22.05 - $33.08<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>
HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to join our team. Conducts patient assessment and administers physician prescribed treatments, therapies, and procedures in accordance with policies and best practice guidelines under the direction of a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. Monitors patient safety and response to treatments, therapies and procedures. Operates and maintains equipment, documents in the electronic medical record, and maintains the required level of competence in departmental policies and procedures, HIPAA standards, and quality assurance guidelines.<br>
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Requirement: Actively enrolled and in good standing in a Respiratory Therapy program or within 6 months post-graduation from a Respiratory Therapy program pending licensure is required.<br>
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Position Specifics:
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<ul><li>Department: Respiratory</li><li>Core Function; Rehab/Therapy/Sleep</li><li>Schedule: PRN (As Needed)</li><li>Facility: St. Elizabeth&rsquo;s Hospital</li><li>Locations: Openings in O'Fallon, IL</li><li>Compensation that aligns with your experience</li></ul><p><b><br>
Education Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Actively enrolled and in good standing in a Respiratory Therapy program or within 6 months post-graduation from a Respiratory Therapy program pending licensure is required.</li></ul><p><b>
Experience Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
N/A</li></ul><p><b>
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations</b></p><ul><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required</li></ul><p>
Scheduled Weekly Hours:</p>
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Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.</p><p></p><p>
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.</p><p></p><p>
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.</p><p></p><p><b>
Benefits: </b>HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health.<b> Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.</b></p><ul><li><p>
Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.</p></li><li><p>
Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.</p></li><li><p>
Retirement benefits including HSHS<br>
contributions.</p></li><li><p>
Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.</p></li><li><p>
Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!</p></li><li><p>
Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Benefits</p><p></p><p>
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).</p><p></p><p>
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.</p></div>

Respiratory Therapy Assistant-PRN

CommonSpirit Health

<div><b>Job Summary and Responsibilities</b><div><br>
As our Respiratory Therapist, you will provide essential direct patient care, assessing, treating, and managing patients with respiratory disorders. Your role is vital for improving patient outcomes.<br>
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Every day you will assess respiratory status, implement treatment plans (oxygen, ventilation, airway management), and educate patients/families. You'll document interventions and collaborate with physicians and medical staff.<br>
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To be successful, you will demonstrate strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and proficiency with equipment. Excellent communication for patient interaction and interdisciplinary collaboration, plus a commitment to safety and continuous development, are essential.</div><ul><li>
Applies clinical knowledge and expertise for coordinating patient care by regularly planning and evaluating the respiratory care of patients.</li><li>
Demonstrates effective respiratory care judgment and a working knowledge of the respiratory process.</li><li>
Guides interdisciplinary team members by supervising respiratory interventions and assisting with related tasks.</li><li>
Provides leadership by establishing priorities and coordinating respiratory care.</li><li>
Documents and communicates all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in the patient's condition to the appropriate member of the interdisciplinary health care team.</li><li>
Coordinates plan of care with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to achieve desired goals and outcomes.</li></ul><div>
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.</div><b><br>
Job Requirements</b><br>
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Graduate of a two (2) year AMA accredited Respiratory Therapy Program</li><li>
A minimum of 1 year primary work experience as a Respiratory Therapist or have successfully completed a student rotation at NHMC</li><li>
CA Respiratory Care Practitioner required.</li><li>
AHA Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) required.</li><li>
AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support required</li><li>
Fire Safety, within 90 Days of start date required.</li></ul><b>
Where You'll Work</b><div><br>
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women&rsquo;s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.</div><div>
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America&rsquo;s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.</div><div>
One Community. One Mission. One California</div><b><br>
Pay Range</b><br>
$46.42 - $57.16 /hour</div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Norton Healthcare

<div>Responsibilities:
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The Respiratory Care Practitioner will report to work on time and ready to work in a quiet professional manner, following hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Provide quality care as ordered by the patient's physicians. Responsible for the initiation of respiratory protocols and/or the evaluation of protocol steps that include all modalities of therapy. Serves as a member of the patient care team to assess, develop care plans, evaluate appropriateness of respiratory care modalities, and assist with discharge planning as needed. Provide patient and family education related to medications and therapy modalities appropriate to assessed learning skills. Participate in monitoring quality of care. Organizes workflow to maintain smooth transition between shifts. Assist in the day to day operations of the respiratory care services by neat and accurate documentation, entering charges for patient billing, monitoring and ordering supplies and medications, and other duties as assigned. Maintains current knowledge via hospital and department communication tools. Identifies problems and recommends ideas and solutions. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Participates/Provides in-service training.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
You may be eligible for some of our programs:</b></div><ul><li><b>
Tuition Assistance</b> to aid with school costs.</li><li><b>
Relocation Assistance</b> to help you make the Louisville Metropolitan or Southern Indiana area your new home.</li><li><b>
Commuter Program</b> for those who don&rsquo;t need or want to move to start a great career.</li><li><b>
Employee Referral Incentive</b> to support your networking and help others join our team.</li><li><b>
Comprehensive Benefits</b> to choose from to support your needs.</li><li><b>
Norton Clinical Agency</b> to offer experienced respiratory care practitioners competitive hourly pay for taking assignments as needed across our organization.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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Required:</b></div><ul><li>
Associate Degree</li><li>
One of: CRT or RRT RRT must be obtained within 12 months of hire.</li><li>
Respiratory Therapist (KY)</li></ul><div><b>
Desired:</b></div><ul><li>
One year in respiratory in a critical care setting</li><li>
Certified Respiratory Therapist (National) OR Registered Respiratory Therapist (National)</li></ul></div>

Respiratory Care Practitioner, 6a-6p

AHMC Healthcare

<div>Overview:
<div>Respiratory Therapists are specialized healthcare professionals dedicated to the assessment, treatment, and care of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. We work in close collaboration with physicians and the broader healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.</div><div>
Our mission is to provide high-quality healthcare within a safe environment that supports the physical, emotional, spiritual, and multi-cultural needs of our patients and their families. Throughout the delivery of our services and programs, we remain committed to advocating for and preserving human dignity</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Patient Assessment &amp; Treatment: Assessing respiratory status, administering respiratory treatments, providing oxygen therapy, and managing ventilators and airway support.</li><li>Diagnostic Testing: Performing Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs), Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), EKGs, and Cardiac stress tests to assist physicians in diagnosing heart and lung disorders.</li><li>Emergency &amp; Life Support: Providing life support to patients with cardiopulmonary deficiencies and responding to respiratory emergencies.</li><li>Documentation: Ensuring all patient care procedures and cardiovascular tests are accurately documented to support ongoing diagnosis and treatment.</li></ul><div>
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Qualifications:
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Graduated from AMA accredited School of Respiratory Therapy or equivalent.</div><div>
Minimum of one year acute patient care experence in Respiratory Services or Respiratory related care preferred.</div><div>
Current California RCP license,</div><div>
Current Healthcare provider BLS,</div><div>
Current ACLS,</div><div>
Current PALS and NRP, AB-508/MAB</div><div>
RRT preferred.</div><br>
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Hospital Description:
<div>Greater El Monte Community Hospital is a 110-bed acute care facility offering a comprehensive range of services, including ICU, MST, ER, OR, and Sub-Acute units.</div><div>
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To better meet the growing needs of our community, we are currently building a new psychiatric unit, which is expected to be operational in 2026. Our primary focus remains providing high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care to all those we serve</div></div>

pacific haven subacute & healthcare center

<p>Subject: JOB DESCRIPTION RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONER</p><p>JOB DESCRIPTION:</p><p>Under the direction of the Administrator, Director of Nursing, Subacute Clinical Coordinator and Respiratory Manager, performs the duties and tasks of a respiratory care practitioner with emphasis on treatment, weaning or <i>I </i>maintenance of patients with respiratory disease and/or illness.</p><p>MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><ul><li>Explains purpose and procedure of treatments, tests and equipment to the resident.</li><li>Uses knowledge of growth and development principles to anticipate care needs of the residents in the adult and geriatric state/s of development</li><li>Applies criteria for recognition of abuse and follows policy for making appropriate referral/intervention.</li><li>Conducts prescription advised treatments of routine nature operating Intermittent Positive Pressure Breathing (IPPB) Machine, various oxygen devices, nebulizers and ultrasonic nebulizers in order to administer prescribed medicinal favors and gases, humidity and various oxygen concentrations to the respiratory system of the resident.</li><li>Performs chest physical therapy treatments involving percussion, postural drainage and suctioning in order to mobilize secretions and mucus in the lungs and to clear the airway blockage in the respiratory systems.</li><li>With appropriate authorizations, performs arterial puncture, operates blood analyzer measuring and determining the acid bases balance efficiency of ventilation and metabolism of the respiratory systems.</li><li>Sets up, operates and monitors ventilators when resident's respiratory system is incapable of adequate spontaneous ventilation.</li><li>Ensures the adequate maintenance of ventilation during cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.</li><li>Performs pulmonary function studies determining the volume, distribution and movement of the air in the respiratory system</li><li>Records all pertinent information of the treatments and resident response to treatments n respiratory care records and resident chart.</li><li>Reports treatments to be conducted and conditions of residents to relief personnel.</li><li>Process respiratory therapy equipment cleaning. Sterilizing and packaging as required.</li><li>Performs preventative maintenance and repair of equipment as needed.</li><li>Makes regular rounds - checking resident's oxygen equipment, replacing humidifiers as necessary, as well as spot checking other respiratory therapy equipment on a timely basis.</li><li>Must have good time management skills.</li></ul><p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p><ul><li>Current California Respiratory License, Credentialed by NBRC. &amp; BLS Certified</li></ul><p>Revised 09/2023</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time</p><p>Pay: $33.00 - $37.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Respiratory therapy: 1 year (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>RRT (Required)</li><li>BLS Certification (Required)</li><li>RCP License (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Respiratory Care Practitioner part time days/nights

PAM Health

<div><div><i>We are looking for a </i><b><i>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) </i></b><i>to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.</i></div><div></div><div><br>
At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.</div><div></div><div><br>
The <b>Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) </b>performs routine therapy, diagnostic and emergency cardiopulmonary procedures for patients in PAM Health hospitals and maintains all equipment in working order. Provides phlebotomy and basic laboratory testing for the patient population as required or requested.</div><ul><li><b><br>
Education and Training:</b> Must be certified or licensed in the state where the hospital resides to practice respiratory care. Must possess and maintain current BLS and ACLS certification. Blood gas licensure required if employed in the state of Nevada. For hospitals that perform arterial punctures and/or run blood gases, at least a high school diploma is required, preferably an associate degree.</li><li><b>
Experience:</b> Minimum of one-year clinical respiratory experience preferred.</li></ul></div>

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