Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice works under the direction of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice is responsible for maintaining an appropriate level of equipment in the various respiratory work areas and assisting the Respiratory Therapists with various procedures and tasks, as directed. The Respiratory Therapy Apprentice may be responsible for performing multiple duties that require an expertise in the assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration and troubleshooting of respiratory related equipment.
Essential Functions
Prep and stock 5S sheets, RT Equipment Carts, intubation boxes and RT forms.
Administer Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP).
Complete oxygen rounds (*no weaning).
Complete crash cart checks.
Clean and process equipment.
Educate patients on proper technique to using Nebulizer/Metered Dose Inhalers/Dry powder inhalers under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Perform arterial blood gas draw and analyze results under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Administer BiPAP/CPAP/Hi-Flow under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible to establish an artificial airway for patients who cannot breathe independently under direct supervision by a licenses Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Responsible for transporting patients on BiPAP/Vents under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
May administer conscious sedation under direct supervision by licensed Respiratory Therapist. (year 2)
Communicates, collaborates, and acts as a team player with others in order to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Qualifications
Required Must be actively enrolled in CoARC accredited RT program
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Healthcare Preferred
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days preferred Or
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days preferred
Primary Location
SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids
Department Name
Respiratory Therapy - Butterworth
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
4
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Variable
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
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