Respiratory Care Assistant (Duplicate)

Additional Information About the Role Join the Respiratory Team at BJC Healthcare's state of the art adult facility. Barnes Jewish Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive.

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• $20/hr For Less Than 1 Year of Experience and $21 For Greater Than 1 Year of Experience
• Must be currently enrolled in a Respiratory School Program
• PRN Will Work Around School Curriculum Hands on Experience Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.

S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, respiratory therapists find unique opportunities for contribution and a level of respect that make their careers exciting and satisfying. We're known for our collaborative environment, where you'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with physicians and nurses to provide our patients the highest quality of care. We think our team approach not only promotes consistency of care for patients, but helps our respiratory professionals build the kind of professional relationships that inspire growth. As one of the country's leading medical institutions, we offer respiratory therapists exposure to clinical specialties not available in many other hospitals. In fact, St. Louis' Barnes-Jewish Hospital was one of the first facilities in the country with a service fully dedicated to lung transplantation. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, provides basic routine patient care activities in the general care areas related to respiratory care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation within the guidelines of the hospital and department. Ensures care provided is safe, effective, developmentally and age appropriate while complying with all quality and regulatory requirements as well as quality improvement initiatives. Provides cleaning, processing and general maintenance of equipment. Responsibilities Performs various basic routine diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures in the general care areas according to established standards, procedures, guidelines and policies. Recognizes and seeks assistance with abnormal findings and/or changes in patient status to other healthcare team members. Effectively communicates by participating in the exchange of information including documentation, handoff and works collaboratively with the healthcare team. Holds self-accountable and seeks out opportunities for continuous learning and feedback and is able to prioritize and apply effective time management. Processes equipment according to manufacturer and industry standards. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Basic Cardiovascular Life Sup Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications Resp Educatnl Permit-MO Only Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance

• paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary .
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It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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Role Purpose Under the supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist, provides basic routine patient care activities in the general care areas related to respiratory care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation within the guidelines of the hospital and department. Ensures care provided is safe, effective, developmentally and age appropriate while complying with all quality and regulatory requirements as well as quality improvement initiatives. Provides cleaning, processing and general maintenance of equipment. Responsibilities Performs various basic routine diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory procedures in the general care areas according to established standards, procedures, guidelines and policies. Recognizes and seeks assistance with abnormal findings and/or changes in patient status to other healthcare team members. Effectively communicates by participating in the exchange of information including documentation, handoff and works collaboratively with the healthcare team. Holds self-accountable and seeks out opportunities for continuous learning and feedback and is able to prioritize and apply effective time management. Processes equipment according to manufacturer and industry standards. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Basic Cardiovascular Life Sup Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications Resp Educatnl Permit-MO Only