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Respiratory Assistant I

MyMichigan Health

  • Midland, Michigan
  • 12 days ago
  • Part-time

Highlights

The position will perform EKG, stock supplies and O2 tanks, clean and calibrate equipment, refill and check intubation boxes, and performs other shift related duties as assigned or needed. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMidland, Michigan
Job TypePart-time

Description

Summary:

This position performs duties in the Respiratory Therapy department. The position will perform EKG, stock supplies and O2 tanks, clean and calibrate equipment, refill and check intubation boxes, and performs other shift related duties as assigned or needed.

Responsibilities:

(50%) * Stocks and maintains designated areas with appropriate respiratory care equipment.

Set up and testing of equipment such as ventilators, BiPAPs, intubation and

resuscitation trays and other medical devices.

(25%) * Perform EKGs

(25%) * Stocking O2 Tanks and checking supplies.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs oxygen rounds and IS instruction.

Performs CPR

Maintains accurate records and assures quality care.

Attends shift and general staff meetings. *

Is responsible for learning new technical devices and clinical procedures when applicable.

Follows procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical-legal documents and the patients.

electronic medical record.

Other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures:

Required: BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer.

 

 

Required Education:

High School Diploma or GED

 

Other Information:

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education):

 

 

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