Preventative Maintenance Technician

Description: Location: Valentine, NE 69201Compensation: $37.51- $49.40 based on experiencePosition: Full-TimeBenefit Eligible: YesRespiratory Therapy TechnicianCherry County Hospital & Clinic – Valentine, NebraskaCherry 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 ordersSupporting the daily operation and oversight of the Respiratory Therapy DepartmentMonitoring patient responses and documenting care accuratelyMaintaining equipment and ensuring compliance with professional standards of careContributing to a patient-centered, team-oriented care environmentThis 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: Co-pay or HSA plan options: 100% paid for Employee•Dental: 100% paid for Employee•Vision: 100% paid for Employee•$50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D•Long-Term Disability: 100% paid for Employee•Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts•Health Savings Account with employer contribution•Supplemental Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident •Retirement Plan: 457 plan Pre-Tax and Roth optionsDuties and ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Performs respiratory therapy treatments and tests as prescribed by the physicianCompletes all financial and patient records as requiredMaintains equipment in proper working orderMaintains policies and procedures for the department consistent with standard of care for the professionMaintains proper inventory of respiratory suppliesMaintains accurate patient recordsParticipates on hospital committees as requestedAttends workshops and educational programs as appropriateEnsures the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records is maintainedKnowledgeable of and committed to practicing Corporate Compliance policies and proceduresComplies with Cherry County Hospital personnel policiesPerforms other duties as assignedSkills and Abilities RequiredKnowledgeable and able to skillfully deliver respiratory therapy careGood communication skillsDesire to work closely with the sick and injuredInterest in working as part of a team in patient care and work activities of the hospitalStable personality, able to work under pressure, ability to work closely with all types of health care professionals and the publicMust 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 ConditionsRequires working regular hours, weekends, and call back hoursRequires ability to move and transfer patientsMust have the ability to move about the hospitalReports to- Hospital Administrator or SupervisorRequirements: Minimum Job RequirementsHas 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 AssociationLicensed by the State of NebraskaPI441fe6cda0d2-31181-39989589