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Highmark Health · Onsite · Pittsburgh PA, 15212, 320 E N Ave.

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW: 

This job, under the supervision of experienced respiratory therapist and healthcare professionals, is responsible for assisting Respiratory Therapists with floor therapy with the delivery of respiratory modalities.  This role is designed to provide an opportunity for individuals pursuing a career in respiratory therapy to gain hands-on experience. 
 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Actively assist in delivering respiratory modalities and therapies to patients under the guidance of experienced respiratory therapists. (50%)
  • Assist in the setup, maintenance, and cleaning of respiratory equipment and devices. Ensure that all equipment is in proper working condition and readily available for use. (15%)
  • Assumes responsibility and takes initiative to expand knowledge and skills related to respiratory therapy. Collaborates effectively with the respiratory therapy team and other healthcare professionals. (15%)
  • Manage the storage and distribution of oxygen to ensure a continuous and safe supply to patients. Monitor and maintain oxygen equipment and storage areas. (10%)
  • Accurately document the delivery of respiratory modalities and maintain patient records as required by hospital protocols. (10%)
  • Other duties as assigned or requested.


QUALIFICATIONS: 

Required 

  • High School/GED
  • Currently enrolled in a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care. The extern must have completed one semester of clinical rotations at a CoARC approved school of Respiratory Care.

Preferred 

  •  Associate degree in respiratory therapy

Additional Employment Requirements:

  • BLS

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. 
 
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. 

 
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.  
 
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.  


Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



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About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutio

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