Assist respiratory therapists with patient treatments, including oxygen therapy and aerosol treatments. Maintain, clean, and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment while monitoring patient vital signs.
Requirements summary
Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification. Completion of a respiratory therapy technician program and hospital experience are preferred.
high schoolprofessional certificatePatient MonitoringBLS CertificationVital Signs RecordingEquipment MaintenancePatient EducationMedical DocumentationOxygen TherapyAerosol TreatmentsPulse OximetryPulmonary Function Support
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Ohio
County
Hospital -
Hartford,
KY 42347Position
Type:
PRNJob
Shift:
AnyPOSITION
TITLE: 337
Respiratory
Tech
Location:
Hospital
Setting
Reports to:
Director of
Ancillary
Services
Revision
DATE:
May 2026
Qualifications:
EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
Required:
See above
PREFERRED: Completion of a respiratory therapy technician program or relevant healthcare training preferred
Experience:
Required:
N/A
PREFERRED: working experience in hospital setting
OTHER
Requirements
OR
Licensure:
BLS certification or obtained within six months of hire
JOB
DESCRIPTION: The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Physical
DEMANDS &
WORKING
ENVIRONMENT: Usual working space is a well-ventilated area. Requires standing, walking, turning, bending, stooping, and lifting. Clear speech to communicate effectively with customers (e.g. patients, families, and other team members). Fine and gross motor skills. Environment may be stressful at times, therefore ability to work under stressful conditions is necessary. Also subject to bloodborne pathogens at all times in patient care. May have occasional exposure to radiation during radiology procedures and to dangerous chemicals (cleaning and disinfecting agents).
Compliance
AND
Regulatory
EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the highest standard of integrity, ethical behavior, and regulatory compliance.
As a condition of employment, employees must adhere to: · OCH Code of Conduct · OCH Policies and Procedures · Scope of Practice within License/Certification. · HIPAA and HIPAA Security Confidentiality Standards · Workplace Safety · Mandatory Training · Annual
Compliance
Education
Essential
JOB
Functions &
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist respiratory therapists with patient treatments, including oxygen therapy and aerosol treatments Set up, clean, maintain, and troubleshoot respiratory care equipment Monitor and record patient vital signs, oxygen levels, and responses to treatments Perform routine diagnostic procedures such as pulse oximetry and basic pulmonary function support Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with facility policies Stock and organize respiratory supplies and equipment Provide basic patient education under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist
Cleans
PFT flow sensors when needed
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
Required:
See above
PREFERRED: Completion of a respiratory therapy technician program or relevant healthcare training preferred
Experience:
Required:
N/A
PREFERRED: working experience in hospital setting
OTHER
Requirements
OR
LICENSURE: BLS certification or obtained within six months of hire
