Respiratory Care Assistant PRN

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Respiratory Care Assistant PRN? At Summerville Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Summerville Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Respiratory Care Assistant PRN like you to be a part of our team.

Position Summary:

The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) will provide respiratory therapy to patients by performing assigned duties under the supervision of a Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner. Additionally, the RCA will assist respiratory therapy staff by caring for patients, disinfection of respiratory therapy equipment, performing limited clerical duties, as well as duties within the scope of practice defined by the SC Board of Respiratory Care.

Further, the RCA will support quality of care by demonstrating proper orientation, competencies, knowledge and skills in mode of therapy outlined by the American Association of Respiratory Care (AARC).

Position Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Current student with successful completion of the first year from a 2 year respiratory program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care (CoARC).
• Experience:
  
  Computer skills including but not limited to Excel, Windows, and PowerPoint. Filing skills and knowledge of ordering supplies required.
• Basic Life Support certification on hire
• Experience:
  
  Current student with successful completion of the first year from a CoARC accredited respiratory care program
• Special qualifications:
  Performs in accordance with delineated job responsibilities and satisfactorily completes yearly evaluation based on these responsibilities. Must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively meet the needs of the patient/internal and external customer.

Degree of Supervision

Required:

The degree of supervision involves general guidance from the Director of Respiratory Care as well as direction from the Respiratory Care Department Licensed Respiratory Care Practitioners. The employee will be expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Respiratory Care department and the Facility. Ages of Patients Served:
This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience.

• Vocational School Graduate

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