DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
- Under the supervision of the Respiratory Care Practitioner provides Respiratory Care modalities to patients as ordered by physicians, including but not limited to the administration of respiratory related medications, oxygen and humidity therapies, airway clearance therapy, in accordance to established policy and procedure and based on accepted national standards, practices and regulatory requirements. Invasive & non invasive ventilation monitored in conjunction with preceptor.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional/Educational
  - High school diploma and one semester of clinical rotations from a nationally accredited Respiratory Therapist program, as determined by the Committee of Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARRC)
  - Certified by the American Heart Association in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  - DCFS Mandated Reporter Certificate of Completion required.
- Personal
  - Works effectively with others, possessing tact, discretion and diplomacy.
  - Demonstrates leadership and teaching ability.
  - Possesses the ability to work under pressure.

Actual pay will be determined by qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers offers a comprehensive benefit package; while this position is not eligible for most benefits, it does include:

RESPIRATORY ASSISTANT