About this opportunity
Community Health Systems lists this Respiratory Therapy Apprentice opportunity in fort wayne, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
nThe Respiratory Therapy Technician - Non-Certified provides basic respiratory care services under the direction of a licensed respiratory therapist or physician. This role involves assisting with respiratory treatments, monitoring patients, and maintaining respiratory equipment. The technician supports patient care by ensuring a clean, safe, and organized environment and follows all departmental protocols and procedures.
nEssential Functions
nnnAssists licensed respiratory therapists in the preparation and administration of basic respiratory treatments, including oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, and incentive spirometry.
n
nnObserves and monitors patients during respiratory therapy treatments, reporting any adverse reactions or unusual observations to the supervising therapist or physician.
n
nnCleans, maintains, and sets up respiratory equipment following established infection control and safety protocols.
n
nnRecords treatment administration and patient responses in the medical record as directed.
n
nnPrepares necessary supplies and equipment for respiratory procedures, ensuring proper stock levels and equipment functionality.
n
nnEducates patients and families on basic respiratory exercises and therapies under the guidance of licensed personnel.
n
nnAdheres to all departmental policies, safety regulations, and infection prevention protocols to maintain a safe patient care environment.
n
nnPerforms other duties as assigned.
n
nnMaintains regular and reliable attendance.
n
nnComplies with all policies and standards.
n
n nQualifications
nnnCompletion of a Respiratory Therapy Technician training program or coursework in a related healthcare field preferred
n
nn0-1 years of experience in respiratory care or a related field preferred
n
nnExperience in respiratory therapy, pulmonary function testing, or oxygen therapy support preferred
n
n nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
nnnBasic understanding of respiratory therapy principles and practices.
n
nnAbility to follow detailed instructions and work under supervision.
n
nnStrong communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
n
nnKnowledge of infection control practices and equipment maintenance protocols.
n
nnAbility to manage time efficiently and prioritize tasks in a busy clinical setting.
n
n nLicenses and Certifications
nnBCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required
n nEqual Employment Opportunity
nThis organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.
Worksite address
fort wayne, IN, 46804, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.