Respiratory Care Assistant PRN

Respiratory Care Assistant - PRN

Swedish Medical Center

Englewood, CO 80113

Posted 8 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Full Time

  • Industry

    Healthcare

  • Job Description

    Respiratory Care Assistant PRN

    Description

    Hourly Wage Estimate: $18.82 - $25.41 / hour
    Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

    The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

    Introduction

    Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Respiratory Care Assistant PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Swedish Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

    Benefits

    Swedish Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

    • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
    • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
    • Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
    • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
    • Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
    • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
    • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
    • Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
    • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
    • Colleague recognition program
    • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

    Learn more about Employee Benefits

    Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

    Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Respiratory Care Assistant PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

    Job Summary and Qualifications

    A Respiratory Therapy Assistant is defined as a person who is a full-time student in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, preferably within the second year. Under supervision of Respiratory Therapists, the assistant performs basic tasks, which have been learned in class and practiced in the school laboratory setting. These tasks have also been practiced with demonstrated competency during clinical rotations at area hospitals. The assistant follows departmental policies and procedures and performs tasks only after successful passing of theoretical tests and practical competencies, administered by Respiratory Therapy Department leadership. As the assistant progresses in knowledge and experience, their job scope widens, as they demonstrate more skills and proficiencies.

    • You will perform patient assessment, deliver basic Oxygen and aerosolized medication therapy.
    • You will perform CPR, Arterial Blood Gas Analysis, sputum induction and other basic diagnostic tests, as assigned.
    • You will clean and perform pre-use testing for various respiratory care equipment, machines etc.
    • You will perform Electrocardiogram and alert appropriate providers when necessary.
    • You will assist in home oxygen discharge and setting up durable medical equipment (DME).
    • You will adequately documents delivered patient care and all other assigned tasks.
    • You will functions as a team member in care of patients.
    • You will communicate with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians, nurses etc. to assist with quality patient care.
    • You will maintain high standards of clinical excellence, according to Departmental policies.
    • You will maintain clinical productivity standards.
    • You will maintain technical clinical expertise through inquisitive curiosity.
    • You will maintain patient confidentiality according to HIPAA policies.

    Position Requirements:

    • Current enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy education program.
    • 6 months of previous experience is preferred.
    • Knowledge of respiratory principles and procedures, hospital supplies, and hospital routines is preferred.
    • Basic Life Support Certification

    Swedish Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcares HealthONE family of hospitals, is located in the south metro Denver area where it has been a proud member of the community for more than 110 years. An acute care hospital with 408 plus licensed beds, annually Swedish cares for more than 200,000 patients with a team of 2,000 dedicated employees, 500 volunteers and more than 1,400 physicians.

    With stroke door to treatment times averaging just 20 minutes, faster than any other facility in the world, Swedish serves as the Rocky Mountain Regions referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment. Swedish also serves as the regions neurotrauma and orthopedic trauma provider and is the areas only Level I trauma facility with a dedicated burn and reconstructive center.

    Swedish Medical Center offers patients the highest quality care and the most advanced technologies and treatments in nearly every medical specialty including adult and pediatric emergency, heart care, neurology/neurosurgery, pregnancy and childbirth, orthopedics and joint replacement, cancer care, gastroenterology and liver care, gynecology and urology.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


    'Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.'- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

    HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

    If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Respiratory Care Assistant PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

    We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

  • Job Benefit(s)

    Education Assistance Flexible Spending Account Pet Insurance Paid time off Family leave Identity Theft Protection Stock Purchase Plan

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