Find jobs
Pricing
Free Resume Checker
Blog
Sign in
Sign up
FIND JOBSPRICINGFREE RESUME CHECKERBLOGSIGN INSIGN UP
TR
Trinity Health

Respiratory Care Assistant

LocationMercy Medical Center - Clinton, Iowa
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live9h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have8
Must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with current participation in respiratory classes and clinical rotations.
Must have knowledge of basic respiratory therapy procedures and have documented competency validation.
Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and function in an environment with multiple stress factors.
Adaptability to performing under stress when confronted with emergent, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or situation in which working speed and sustained attention are vital aspects of the job.
Must demonstrate the ability to exercise professional judgment in dealing with patients, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
Must be able to use a computer for documentation and other relevant activities.
Eligibility1
Ability to read, write and speak English language.
Skills
computer
documentation software
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Full benefits package
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
•
Performs basic respiratory therapy procedures under the supervision of a licensed respiratory therapist in accordance with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, and departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Procedures include, but are not limited to oxygen, aerosol therapy with and without medication, hyperinflation therapy, incentive spirometry, airway care, suctioning, chest physiotherapy, and EKG.
•
Performs diagnostic procedures including, but not limited to oximetry, capnography, arterial puncture, and pulmonary function testing.
•
May participate in monitoring of CPAP, BiPAP, and mechanical ventilators.
•
Consults with and assists physicians and nurses with respiratory care plan for patients and facilitates the implementation of physician orders.
•
Assess patients and evaluates appropriateness and quality of respiratory care of individual patients for the purpose of making necessary modifications and adjustments of care plan and equipment use.
Schedule:
•
PRN; works as needed
•
Shift; rotating shifts
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•
Must be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program with current participation in respiratory classes and clinical rotations.
•
Must have knowledge of basic respiratory therapy procedures and have documented competency validation.
•
Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.
•
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) will be required within 30 days of hire and every 2 years thereafter.
•
Ability to read, write and speak English language.
•
Must be able to organize, prioritize, and function in an environment with multiple stress factors.
•
Adaptability to performing under stress when confronted with emergent, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or situation in which working speed and sustained attention are vital aspects of the job.
•
Must demonstrate the ability to exercise professional judgment in dealing with patients, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
•
Must be able to use a computer for documentation and other relevant activities.
Benefits
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.
About the company
Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton? Click here: Find a Location Clinton, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Clinton
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
More roles at Trinity Health
Registered Nurse- (RN) Nights New GradRN - Registered Nurse - Emergency - 11am - 11:30pmUnit Clerk - MS1A Neuro Stroke - DaysCook - Food & Nutrition - Mount Carmel DublinPatient Care Assistant - Staffing Center Float Pool
Seekless
Seek less: one search across companies' own career pages, instead of a dozen job boards.
Product
Find jobsCompaniesPricingFree Resume Checker
Company
AboutBlog
Legal
PrivacyTermsCookies
© 2026 SEEKLESS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.BUILT WITH CARE