What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Tech - Cox South 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:
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Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
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Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
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Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
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Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
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Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
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Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
Benefits
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Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
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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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Performs respiratory therapy treatments, procedures, and test, including floor therapy, oxygen administration, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and basic pulmonary function procedures. Works in the areas of the hospital as directed by the supervisor. Is able to evaluate and chart patient response to therapy. This position will not extend beyond participation in or graduation from an approved Respiratory Care Program.
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Education
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Required: Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Program AND Successfully completed Pharmacology Course AND Completed one clinical semester in Respiratory medication/therapeutic modalities
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Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Program
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Experience
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No prior experience required
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Skills
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Provides care as appropriate to age of population served.
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Proficient in safely providing all routine and emergent respiratory modalities.
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Able to assess patients and provide patient care per protocol.
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Provide accurate and appropriate electronic documentation.
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Provide accurate and appropriate education to patients, students and new staff.
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Licensure/Certification/Registration
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Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire
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Required: MBRC Education Permit
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