Posted:
11/21/2024, 9:20:52 AM
Location(s):
South Dakota, United States ⋅ Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
Current Employees:
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Primary Location
Rapid City, SD USADepartment
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Starting Pay Rate Range
$18.47 - $21.23(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)
Job Summary
The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides support to the Respiratory Care Department by performing clinical duties in accordance with department policy and as allowed by the South Dakota Respiratory Therapy Licensure Act. Strives to meet the needs of the Respiratory Care Department in terms of supply/equipment control, equipment preparation, and direct assistance to the Respiratory Therapist. Provides a positive and professional environment for the patient. As assigned, serves as the department receptionist and appointment scheduler to ensure effective customer service according to Monument Health standards. Serves patients with regards to age specific/cultural diversity needs. Performs other duties as assigned for optimum performance of the department.Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:
*Supportive work culture
*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account
*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions
*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank
*Opportunities for growth and advancement
*Tuition assistance/reimbursement
*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)
*Flexible scheduling
Job Description
Essential Functions:
Communicates with patients to ensure scheduled exam times are acceptable, and requirements for exams are understood. Documents changes in scheduled exams and patient demographics in the appropriate systems. Ensures all orders placed in the system meet the time frame requested by the provider ordering the exam.
Greets patients and visitors in a pleasant manner, effectively handling their needs.Additional Requirements
Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies
Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of Respiratory Care Experience
Education – Certification or degree in Related Medical Field
Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.Job Category
RehabilitationJob Family
Respiratory TherapyMake a difference. Every day.
Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Website: https://monument.health/
Headquarter Location: Rapid City, South Dakota, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1973
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Non Profit ⋅ Rehabilitation