Independence Health System · 22 hours ago
RESPIRATORY ASSISTANT - STUDENT -CASUAL
Greensburg, PA
Part-time
Onsite
New GradIndependence Health System is seeking a Respiratory Assistant - Student to support the daily operations of the Respiratory Care Department. The role involves cleaning and maintaining respiratory equipment, assisting with inventory, and performing administrative duties while delivering patient care under supervision.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Maintains a clean and orderly environment:
Keeps supplies organized to allow easy retrieval
Assists in keeping department organized
Collects, cleans and redistributes respiratory equipment:
Inspects and processes equipment per infection control guidelines and department policy
Applies ventilator circuit and completes extended service testing for life support equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to placing in service
Properly packages equipment for stocking and reuse
Troubleshoots and promotes preventative maintenance adherence by direct communication with the BME department based on hours of operation and testing
Assists with the inventory and ordering of departmental supplies:
Orders supplies when stock meets minimum levels
Participates in department-based cost containment practices and makes appropriate recommendations to manager
Completes Active Staffer activities within the acceptable time limits
Inputs the posted schedule within the acceptable time limits
Archives schedule within acceptable time limits
Utilizes Star Navigator to post charges and credits to patient accounts as directed
Administrative Support
Utilizes all computer systems i.e.: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Access
Inputs and organizes performance improvement data into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
Performs various administrative duties as deemed necessary i.e.: filing, copying, faxing, organizing records, typing and data entry
Other duties as assigned
Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, & protocols (may perform the following skills after appropriate training/competencies):
Perform 12 LEAD EKG
Provide oxygen consignment tanks to patients as ordered for discharge as well as education regarding equipment setup and safety regulations
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma, GED or next higher level of education
Must be enrolled in a COARC accredited Respiratory School
Related training/experience (preferably within the last five years)
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience
Functional Skills on PC and Related Software (Microsoft Office)
Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc
Proficiency in the use of Excel Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and various software programs
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with reviewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program
Preferred
Prior knowledge of respiratory care equipment and services rendered
Company
Independence Health System
Independence Health System offers patients nationally recognized quality care in cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, and maternity as well as a broad range of surgical, medical, emergency, and behavioral health services, and an extensive network of primary care physicians.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (8)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-01-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Laurie English
Sr. VP/ Chief Human Resources Officer, MBA, SPHR
Carol Fox
Chief Medical Officer
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