Respiratory Therapy Assistant

1 month ago


Oak Park, Illinois, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Respiratory Therapy Extern to join our team at Advocate Aurora Health. As a Respiratory Therapy Extern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our experienced respiratory therapists to provide high-quality patient care and support.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist licensed respiratory therapists with routine and basic level respiratory therapy procedures, including oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, aerosol therapy, and incentive spirometry.
  • Organize and maintain a supply of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies, adhering to department-specific standards.
  • Collect and clean equipment from various hospital areas, reassembling it according to proper procedure and observing standard precautions.
  • Process disposable and non-disposable equipment according to infection prevention guidelines.
  • Complete annual hospital competencies and learn new equipment, supplies, procedures, and processes as needed to perform the job effectively.
  • Perform patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Respiratory Therapy.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to function independently.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
  • Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. We provide care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. Our team of over 155,000 teammates is committed to providing equitable care for all, with over $6 billion in annual community benefits.



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