St. Vincent’s Health System · 3 months ago
Respiratory Technician - Full-time Nights
UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelUAB St. Vincent’s is a trusted provider of health care in Alabama, serving the community for over 125 years. The Respiratory Technician will conduct medically prescribed respiratory therapy, implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and educate patients and families about care and equipment.
Health CareHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Conduct medically prescribed respiratory therapy under the supervision of a respiratory therapist
Implement an established treatment plan using appropriate modalities. Document findings of patient progress. Seek consultation as necessary
Monitor patient's response to treatment plan. Communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to respiratory therapist
Educate the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Provide discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and community support programs
May oversee the care provided according to established regulations and practice standards
Qualification
Required
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted
Temporary license from Alabama State board of Respiratory therapy required
Recent graduate from accredited Respiratory program Associate's degree or Bachelors
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
Associate Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
And more
Company
St. Vincent’s Health System
UAB St. Vincent’s is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to every patient.
Founded in 1898
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Meredith Moorer
Human Resources Business Partner
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