MyMichigan Health · 1 month ago
Respiratory Assistant
Gladwin, MI
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMyMichigan Health is seeking a Respiratory Assistant to perform duties in the Respiratory Therapy and EEG/Sleep departments. The role involves conducting 6-Minute Walk tests, EEGs, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring quality patient care.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Perform 6-Minute Walk testing in the Respiratory Care department
Perform EEGs in the EEG/Sleep department for both inpatient and outpatient orders
Maintains equipment and supplies
Stocks and maintains designated areas with appropriate respiratory care equipment
Clean respiratory equipment
Organize supply and equipment areas
Equipping and testing of equipment such as ventilators, BiPAPs, intubation and resuscitation trays and other medical devices
Monitors, records, and communicates patients condition
Maintains accurate records and assures quality care
Is responsible for learning new technical devices when applicable
Follows procedures for accurate and complete entries on medical/legal documents and the patients chart, electronic medical record
Attends shift and general staff meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support
Required within 1 month of hire or transfer into position
Education: HIGH
Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s)
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
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
Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs
Preferred
MA experience or familiarity of the hospital and patient care setting
Company
MyMichigan Health
MyMichigan Health is a a non-profit healthcare company.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Lydia Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Cross
Chief Operating Officer
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