Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician

Position Title Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician Days - Full Time Olathe Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Respiratory Therapy (RT) Equipment Technician assumes responsibility for maintaining respiratory care equipment, such as cleaning and calibrating. Additionally, the RT Equipment Technician maintains respiratory supplies and equipment in the Sleep Disorders Center. The RT Equipment Technician is responsible for instructing patients. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Participates in quality improvement activities. Follows policies, procedures, and standards (e.g., proper infection prevention, handwashing, isolation procedures, etc.). Interacts with therapists, and other health system staff to provide quality, safe, and efficient care for the patient. Aids other staff, when applicable, to complete their assignment. Communicates effectively with patients, health care providers, and other customers both orally and written/via computer. Assumes responsibility for risk and safety issues associated with position. Reacts appropriately under high levels of stress; demonstrates flexibility in the face of uncertainty, and can take responsible and professional action without awaiting orders. Quickly respond to critical situations including taking stairs to reach emergencies and assist in the removal of patients from the building (in case of fire). Resolves issues, or escalates them to the appropriate resource. Knowledgeable about Respiratory Therapy supplies/equipment and can operate and care for the equipment safely. Able to calibrate equipment and maintain medical gas cylinders, and other Respiratory Therapy equipment, for patient use. Instructs patients on home sleep study equipment and coordinates delivery/return of equipment (Sleep Disorders center only). Delivers supplies/equipment promptly, especially during emergent situations. Manages supplies and equipment to ensure proper resource management, including staging, rotating, checking for expiration dates, and restocking. Assists with orientation of new staff and training of students, when necessary. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience High School Graduate Preferred Education and Experience Additional healthcare work experience Required Language Skills Advanced English - must read, write and speak English Knowledge Requirements Basic computer knowledge, including email Time Type: Full time Job Requisition ID: R-48117 We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. Notice: If you are a Current Employee or Contract Worker, please log into Workday to search for and apply to jobs using the Career application or by searching "Find Jobs". Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.