Respiratory Therapy Technician - Valentine - Cherry County Hospital

Description

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Location:

Valentine, NE 69201
Compensation:

Competitive wage
Position:

Full-Time
Benefit Eligible:

Yes

Respiratory Therapy Technician
Cherry County Hospital & Clinic – Valentine, Nebraska
Cherry County Hospital & Clinic in Valentine, NE is seeking a dedicated

Respiratory Therapy Technician

to join our healthcare team.

This role plays a vital part in delivering high-quality respiratory care while supporting the mission, goals, and professional standards of Cherry County Hospital and Clinic.

The Respiratory Therapy Technician is responsible for the administration, supervision, and direct patient care within the Respiratory Therapy Department.

This position works collaboratively with providers and nursing staff to ensure safe, effective respiratory services for patients across all age groups.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Providing respiratory therapy treatments and patient care according to physician orders

Supporting the daily operation and oversight of the Respiratory Therapy Department

Monitoring patient responses and documenting care accurately

Maintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with professional standards of care

Contributing to a patient-centered, team-oriented care environment

This is an excellent opportunity to practice broad-based respiratory care, develop strong clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in a close-knit rural community hospital.

Comprehensive Benefit Package:

• Health Insurance

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Co-pay or HSA plan options:
100% paid for Employee

• Dental

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100% paid for Employee

• Vision

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100% paid for Employee

• $50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D
• Long-Term Disability

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100% paid for Employee

• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Supplemental Insurances

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Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident

• Retirement Plan

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457 plan Pre-Tax and Roth options

Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Performs respiratory therapy treatments and tests as prescribed by the physician
Completes all financial and patient records as required
Maintains equipment in proper working order
Maintains policies and procedures for the department consistent with standard of care for the profession
Maintains proper inventory of respiratory supplies
Maintains accurate patient records
Participates on hospital committees as requested
Attends workshops and educational programs as appropriate
Ensures the confidentiality of patients' medical, personal, and financial records is maintained
Knowledgeable of and committed to practicing Corporate Compliance policies and procedures
Complies with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledgeable and able to skillfully deliver respiratory therapy care
Good communication skills
Desire to work closely with the sick and injured
Interest in working as part of a team in patient care and work activities of the hospital
Stable personality, able to work under pressure, ability to work closely with all types of health care professionals and the public

Must be knowledgeable of state and federal confidentiality laws, including but not limited to HIPAA, and be familiar with and follow all policies, procedures and instructions regarding the privacy and security of protected health information applicable to the position.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Requires working regular hours, weekends, and call back hours
Requires ability to move and transfer patients
Must have the ability to move about the hospital
Reports to-Hospital Administrator or Supervisor

Requirements:

Minimum Job Requirements

Has completed a respiratory therapy education program which is accredited by the Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education in collaboration with the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association
Licensed by the State of Nebraska

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