Student Respiratory Care Assistant
1 week ago
UPMC Presbyterian is looking to hire a Student Respiratory Care Assistant to join our team and grow your career The Student Respiratory Care Assistant will have the opportunity to learn and work with equipment and machinery. It will build your foundation and familiarize your skills that you will later need to work as a Respiratory Therapist. This opportunity also allows you to gain knowledge about the department and get invaluable exposure in the respiratory field. Under the general direction of a respiratory therapist, and in accordance with the PA Practice Act or NY State guidelines, the student respiratory care assistant will perform a variety of functions. Some of these functions include ordering, inventorying, and distributing equipment to include medical gases. In addition, this position can assist the clinical staff with varies tasks as directed. The student respiratory care assistant works under the direction of a respiratory therapist and is responsible for performing multiple duties that require an expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration, and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment. The student respiratory care assistant is responsible for maintaining an appropriate level of equipment in the various respiratory work areas and assisting the respiratory therapists and clinical staff with various tasks, as directed. Responsibilities: Exhibit and practice service excellence by actively seeking, listening, responding to the needs of patients, their family, physicians, staff, and others. Maintain supply of transport oxygen and maintain the supply of oxygen cylinders on all inpatient units, emergency department, and clinic areas. Perform routine assembly, maintenance, and cleaning of various types of respiratory care equipment; disinfect equipment prior to calibration and assembly; and maintain appropriate levels of equipment in the various respiratory care work areas daily. Transport dirty equipment to appropriate area using appropriate infection control techniques Appropriately handles and uses cleaning and disinfecting solutions and equipment Demonstrates appropriate use of personal protective equipment Reports equipment malfunctions to respiratory leadership Inspect equipment for correct assembly, assure all parts are in proper working order, and perform preventative maintenance according to established protocols. Check equipment to ensure appropriate function. Calibrate equipment to department or manufactures specifications. Transport equipment between in-patient units and procedure areas as directed by a respiratory therapist May assist the bio-medical technician in tracking of respiratory care equipment. Is responsible for all identification, cataloging, and tracking of all respiratory care equipment. Assist the respiratory therapist with bronchoscope procedures: Setup before & after procedure and processing of the bronchoscopy scopes per manufacture recommendations. Assist the respiratory therapist with setting up for non-emergent intubations & extubations. Assist the respiratory therapist with downloading and documenting 4 channel sleep studies. Perform smoking cessation counseling per department policy. Deliver home care supplies such as oxygen tanks/compressors Maintain proficiency in Microsoft Office products, electronic health record platform, ePro system for ordering, and system for ordering prints High school diploma and must currently be enrolled in respiratory therapist program. Must be able to lift equipment and or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds and push/handle equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Respiratory Care Assistant
6 days ago
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in schoolUnder the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of equipment...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
1 week ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in school! Under the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
4 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in school! Under the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in school! Under the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
4 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in school! Under the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeUPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to work casual hours. This is the perfect opportunity for respiratory therapy students to gain hands-on experience while in school! Under the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
4 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionUnder the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of equipment related functions. Some of these functions include ordering, inventorying, and distribution of equipment to include medical gases. In addition, this position will perform some cleaning and...
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Respiratory Care Assistant
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionUnder the general direction of the therapist IV, the respiratory care assistant will perform some patient care related functions and a variety of equipment related functions. Some of these functions include ordering, inventorying, and distribution of equipment to include medical gases. In addition, this position will perform some cleaning and...
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Respiratory Care Intern
1 week ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeThe Respiratory Care Intern role provides a wonderful opportunity for respiratory students to gain hands-on experience in the field, with a flexible work schedule that is set around classes. Respiratory Care Interns (students) will develop the ability to gain additional clinical experience and knowledge prior to the completion of their education in a CoARC...
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Respiratory Care Intern
2 months ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionAre you looking for a flexible opportunity to coincide with your school schedule? UPMC Shadyside is hiring Respiratory Care Interns to work on a casual basis to support their Respiratory Care Services department. UPMC Shadyside is an ANCC Magnet recognized hospital since 2012. It is located at the center of Pittsburgh’s young professional...
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Respiratory Care Intern
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionAre you looking for a flexible opportunity to coincide with your school schedule? UPMC Shadyside is hiring Respiratory Care Interns to work on a casual basis to support their Respiratory Care Services department. UPMC Shadyside is an ANCC Magnet recognized hospital since 2012. It is located at the center of Pittsburgh’s young professional...
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Respiratory Therapist
1 month ago
Pittsburgh, United States St. Clair Health Full timeSummary Under medical supervision, delivers respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the Hospital (e.g. Intensive Care Units, medical and surgical floors, emergency department, post-anesthesia care units, and infant nurseries). Respiratory Therapists must maintain standards of performance for the area assigned and may be required to supervise...
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Respiratory Therapist
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States St. Clair Health Full timeSummary Under medical supervision, delivers respiratory care services to patients in all areas of the Hospital (e.g. Intensive Care Units, medical and surgical floors, emergency department, post-anesthesia care units, and infant nurseries). Respiratory Therapists must maintain standards of performance for the area assigned and may be required to supervise...
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Lead Respiratory Therapist, RRT
6 days ago
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full timeIn addition to performing duties and responsibilities of a Sr Respiratory Therapist, RRT and under indirect supervision, coordinates diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures to best meet the needs of the patient, physician, department and hospital during the assigned shift. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all...
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Respiratory Care Intern
1 month ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionUPMC Presbyterian Hospital is hiring respiratory care interns to join our team!Respiratory Care Interns (students) will develop the ability to gain additional clinical experience and knowledge prior to the completion of their education in a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program and their subsequent credentialing as a licensed RCP. The Intern...
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Respiratory Care Intern
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeJob DescriptionUPMC Presbyterian Hospital is hiring respiratory care interns to join our team!Respiratory Care Interns (students) will develop the ability to gain additional clinical experience and knowledge prior to the completion of their education in a CoARC approved Respiratory Care program and their subsequent credentialing as a licensed RCP. The Intern...
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Respiratory Therapist, CRT/RRT
6 days ago
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States UPMC Full timeUPMC Presbyterian is looking for Respiratory Therapists to join their Respiratory Therapy Department! If you are passionate about providing excellent patient care and improving the patient experience, this opportunity is for you. Are you dedicated to delivering the highest quality care and making a positive impact on your patients' lives? If you're up for...
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Lead Respiratory Therapist, RRT
2 months ago
Pittsburgh, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full timeIn addition to performing duties and responsibilities of a Sr Respiratory Therapist, RRT and under indirect supervision, coordinates diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures to best meet the needs of the patient, physician, department and hospital during the assigned shift. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all...
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Lead Respiratory Therapist, RRT
2 months ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeIn addition to performing duties and responsibilities of a Sr Respiratory Therapist, RRT and under indirect supervision, coordinates diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures to best meet the needs of the patient, physician, department and hospital during the assigned shift. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all...
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Lead Respiratory Therapist, RRT
3 weeks ago
Pittsburgh, United States UPMC Full timeIn addition to performing duties and responsibilities of a Sr Respiratory Therapist, RRT and under indirect supervision, coordinates diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures to best meet the needs of the patient, physician, department and hospital during the assigned shift. Defined responsibilities are performed in all patient populations and in all...
