What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Assistant - Respiratory Care position at CoxHealth?
Summary
About Us
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
- Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
- Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
- Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Overview of Department
Join our Respiratory Care Department and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients! With the opportunity to join our dedicated intubation and arterial line insertion team, you will be at the forefront of transforming healthcare through advanced technology and innovative procedures. Work alongside a passionate team of healthcare professionals, delivering life-saving respiratory treatments that greatly enhance the well-being of our community. At CoxHealth you will have the opportunity to hone your skills, drive innovation, and truly make a difference. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to advance your career while changing lives-apply today!
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A Respiratory Assistant completes duties as assigned under the collaborative supervision of Respiratory Care leadership, as well as the department staff they are shadowing. The Respiratory Assistant communicates effectively with members of the care delivery team. Shifts will be assigned that offer hands-on experience within the assigned area, to assist in exploration of job opportunities available within the Respiratory Care department.
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Education
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- Required: Recently graduated from high school and actively pursuing admittance into an accredited Respiratory Care Program.
- Preferred: Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care Program or taking health science pre requisites.
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Experience
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- Preferred: Employment as a CoxHealth Unit Assistant II.
- Required: Must be 18 years of age or older.
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Skills
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- Able to communicate and work with a wide variety of staff, patients, and families.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Flexibility and ability to accept direction from members of the care team.
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Licensure/Certification/Registration
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- Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire.
- Required: Must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care Program or working on pre requisites for an accredited Respiratory Care Program within 24 months of hire.
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