Respiratory Therapist Assistant

Prisma Health
United States, South Carolina, Columbia
Jun 21, 2025
Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary This job performs duties necessary to treat patients in accordance with the physicians' orders and department policy. Performs all procedures under the supervision of a Respiratory Therapist or Respiratory Therapy Technician. Job duties will be assigned based on student's clinical progression and competency validation. Job Description Essential Functions All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Performs respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with the physician's order, departmental policy, and the Respiratory Care Guidelines (RT Consult). May not take verbal orders or modify orders. Documents and charges for respiratory care procedures and provides patient and family education as appropriate. Communicates well with supervisors, therapists and technicians. Provides a complete and accurate report May perform blood gasses from all sites. Analyzes and reports results accurately Adheres to infection control and quality initiatives. Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfection and sterilization of equipment between patients as indicated by equipment type and isolation status. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory/Management Responsibilities This is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive. Minimum Requirements Education - Currently enrolled in an approved school for respiratory care; OR new/recent graduates of a school of respiratory care who are awaiting credentialing. Experience - No experience required. In Lieu Of NA Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses BLS Knowledge, Skills and Abilities NA Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location Richland Facility 1510 Richland Hospital Department 15107135 Respiratory Care Services Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.