Cardiopulmonary Assistant - SC, Beaufort - Job

TITLE Cardiopulmonary Assistant

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Beaufort Memorial, a not-for-profit hospital founded in 1944 on the banks of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is licensed for 201 beds (169 acute, 14 rehabilitation and 18 mental health). We are an acute-care hospital, a regional referral center and the largest medical facility between Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, Beaufort Memorial boasts a dedicated, high-quality medical staff of nearly 230 board-certified or board-eligible providers. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the Lowcountry through improved health, innovative partnerships and superior care.

POSITION

Cardiopulmonary Assistant

LOCATION

Beaufort Memorial Hospital

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME

Full-Time SHIFT Various Shifts

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Non-Exempt

DESCRIPTION

The Cardiopulmonary Assistant in the Respiratory Therapy Department under the direction of a licensed respiratory care practitioner, will provide support for respiratory care services for the treatment of patients with disordered respiratory physiology, and will perform tasks in the clinical setting as delegated by the respiratory care practitioner. The Cardiopulmonary Assistant in the cardiology department is responsible for the performing and processing of cardiographic testing modalities, EKG, heart monitor set up, and stress testing. He/she abides by all hospital policies and interacts with staff from all areas of the hospital. Staffing in the department is 24 hours a day and includes shifts for days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Minimum educational level is a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) preferred.

Experience:

Preferred- experience in healthcare setting for 6 months or specialized training in a cardiopulmonary program, or PATH program.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS required prior to first clinical shift (must be issued by the American Heart Association).

EOE STATEMENT

Beaufort Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.