Respiratory Therapist Assistant
1 month ago
Job Summary:
The Respiratory Technician I assists respiratory services staff in meeting patient care needs. The technician cleans equipment and prepares it for use by the next patient. The technician performs high level disinfection when required. The technician monitors oxygen tank storage locations to ensure that accreditation standards are met. The technician responds to clinician requests for equipment and supplies. The technician monitors the various respiratory therapy storage spaces to ensure they are kept clean and clutter free. They monitor the available supply of respiratory devices and support staff therapists in locating equipment of all types. The Respiratory Technician I may also be assigned to perform EKGs.
Responsibilities:
- Cleans and prepares respiratory equipment for use
- Performs high level disinfection when required
- Monitors oxygen tank storage locations to ensure accreditation standards are met
- Responds to clinician requests for equipment and supplies
- Monitors respiratory therapy storage spaces to ensure they are kept clean and clutter free
- Monitors the available supply of respiratory devices and supports staff therapists in locating equipment
- May be assigned to perform EKGs
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in or accepted into an accredited respiratory therapy program
- Ability to learn correct EKG lead placement
- Ability to stay composed in a busy environment with time constraints
- Ability to communicate effectively
Preferred Qualifications:
- Enrolled in or accepted into an accredited respiratory therapy program
Our University Community:
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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