Respiratory Care Assistant

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Job description

Overview

Requirement: Must have completed 1st year of Respiratory Therapist Associate Degree Program and currently enrolled as a 2nd year student in the program.

The Respiratory Care Assistant serves as an intricate member of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system. The Respiratory Care Assistant utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Respiratory Care Assistant accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies, procedures and license.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care Associate Degree program approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care; maintains a minimum 2.0 GPA, required.
• Experience: Completed 1st year of Respiratory Care Associate Degree Program. Demonstrated competencies verified by the educational institution for the procedures defined in the revised declaratory ruling by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board, required.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Registration as an RCA with the NC Respiratory Care Board, required.
  • BLS, required.
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP; preferred.

Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

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