Respiratory Therapist

10 hours ago

Cary, North Carolina, United States Duke Health Full time
About Duke Health

Duke Health is a leading healthcare organization committed to providing compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community.

We are seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to join our team at Duke Raleigh Hospital, a campus of Duke University Hospital.

Job Summary

The Respiratory Care Assistant will perform diagnostic and therapeutic clinical procedures as defined in the Respiratory Care Services scope of clinical practice. This role will work under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist and will be responsible for verifying physician orders, understanding pharmacological indications, and providing education to patients and healthcare teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Verify physician orders for appropriateness and accuracy
  • Understand pharmacological indications, dosages, and response to adverse drug reactions
  • Consult with providers based on patient care assessments and in accordance with accepted protocols
  • Provide education to patients, families, physicians, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team
  • Monitor response to all therapy and document in the patient medical record
  • Communicate all pertinent clinical information during patient rounds and handoff
  • Perform diagnostic cardiopulmonary procedures, including nasotracheal and artificial airway suctioning and samples, arterial blood gas punctures, pulse oximetry, and EtCO2 monitoring
  • Recognize life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate response, perform CPR, and bag-mask ventilation
  • Assure correct set-up, safety, and function of all equipment and supplies necessary in the provision of patient care
  • Assure adherence to all infectious disease standards in the delivery of all patient care procedures
  • Participate in quality improvement activities
  • Maintain all necessary safety and life support certifications per required
Requirements
  • Active enrollment in a 2-year approved respiratory care program (Associates Degree or the equivalent) and is in good standing
  • Completion of the first semester of the respiratory care program
  • None required beyond clinical affiliation of the respiratory program
  • Registration with the Board before providing Respiratory Care procedures as a Respiratory Care Assistant and will receive an approval letter from the Board
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and any other certifications applicable to the institution
What We Offer

Duke Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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