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Respiratory-Therapy Aide

DOT Code: 355.674-022

Industry: medical ser.

Performs any combination of following tasks to assist personnel in Respiratory Therapy Department: Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes equipment used in administration of respiratory therapy. Examines equipment to detect worn tubes, loose connections, or other indications of disrepair, and notifies supervisor of need for maintenance. Starts equipment and observes gauges measuring pressure, rate of flow, and continuity to test equipment, and notifies supervisor of malfunctions. Assists in preparation of inventory records. Delivers oxygen tanks and other equipment and supplies to specified hospital locations. Assists in administration of gas or aerosol therapy as directed by Respiratory Therapist (medical ser.) 076.361-014 and prescribed by physician.

GOE: 10.03.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M3 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 88