Respiratory Therapy Student Technician

Job Overview

Overview

Respiratory Therapy Student Tech

PRN, as needed

Under the supervision of a licensed and Registered Respiratory Therapist the student would assist in providing basic respiratory care services in accordance with physicians’ orders, department policies and procedures, as well as respiratory therapy-driven protocols. The Student Respiratory Care Tech would be responsible for providing services to infant, pediatric, and adult patients throughout the hospital, and emergency department.

Why UnityPoint Health?

Why UnityPoint Health?   

Commitment to our Team – We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.   

Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.   

Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.    

• Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.  
• You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind.   
• We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.  

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.  

Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.  

Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.   

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org 

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Assesses and evaluates the respiratory status of infant, pediatric, and adult patients.
• Determines requirements for treatment, such as method, duration of therapy, and precautions to be taken compatible with physicians’ orders.
• Monitors patient’s physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, and consults with licensed therapists and/or physician if adverse reaction occurs.
• Applies and monitors medical gases and related respiratory therapy modalities.
• Reviews patient information to assess patient condition.
• Perform airway clearance, administer aerosolized medications, and assist with oxygen therapy administration/transport.
• Able to complete all respiratory care modalities as demonstrated competent in the classroom setting under the direct supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Leadership/Collaboration

• Works collaboratively with the team of Respiratory Therapists, Physicians, Nurses, and other health care professionals to manage patient care.
• Enforces safety rules and ensures careful adherence to physicians’ orders.

Development/Education

• Educates patients and their families about their conditions and teaches appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients to gain cooperation and allay fears.

Qualifications