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ChildServe

Autism Day Program Assistant

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15.98/hr

Join ChildServeas anAutism Day Program Assistant, where you will contribute to the lives of children ages 2-6 by supporting their health, skill development and retention in our Autism Day Program.

Laurus Home Care

Sales Program

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$36K - $48K/yr

Associate Community Specialist StoryPoint Group Position Summary: This sales and leadership development position prepares entry level professionals for sales and leadership roles at Independence ...

ChildServe

Autism Day Program Assistant

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$16.04/hr

Join ChildServe as an Autism Day Program Assistant, where you will contribute to the lives of children ages 2-6 by supporting their health, skill development and retention in our Autism Day Program.

ChildServe

Autism Day Program Assistant

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15.98/hr

Join ChildServe as an Autism Day Program Assistant, where you will contribute to the lives of children ages 2-6 by supporting their health, skill development and retention in our Autism Day Program.

ChildServe

Autism Day Program Assistant

Johnston, IA · On-site

$15.98/hr

Join ChildServe as an Autism Day Program Assistant, where you will contribute to the lives of children ages 2-6 by supporting their health, skill development and retention in our Autism Day Program.

ROGERS ENTERPRISES, Inc.

Sales Associate

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

You would begin as a Management Associate and with strong individual performance grow to Assistant ... compensation program that includes a base pay commensurate w/ experience and a raise and bonus ...

Rogers Enterprises, Inc.

Sales Associate

West Des Moines, IA

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

You would begin as a Management Associate and with strong individual performance grow to Assistant ... compensation program that includes a base pay commensurate w/ experience and a raise and bonus ...

PacSun

Sales Associate

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.50/hr

Our program PacCares supports and partners with organizations that align with our internal and ... The Sales Associate is responsible for generating sales through exhibiting passion for product ...

Express

Sales Associate

Altoona, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

The Sales Associate is responsible for providing a great in-store shopping experience for our ... Drive credit and loyalty member programs by explaining benefits and encouraging customers to ...

Express & Bonobos

Sales Associate

Altoona, IA

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

The Sales Associate is responsible for providing a great in-store shopping experience for our ... Drive credit and loyalty member programs by explaining benefits and encouraging customers to ...

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How much do program associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for program associate in Des Moines, IA is $51,099.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $58,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Program Associates?

Program Associates are professionals who support the planning, implementation, and management of specific programs within an organization, often in nonprofit, educational, or philanthropic sectors. Their responsibilities can include coordinating program activities, tracking progress, managing data, preparing reports, and communicating with stakeholders. Program Associates often work closely with program managers and other team members to ensure that projects run smoothly and meet organizational goals. This role typically requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Program Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Program Associate, you need strong organizational abilities, project coordination experience, and typically a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with project management software, CRM systems, and data analysis tools is often required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills help Program Associates stand out. These abilities ensure efficient program execution, smooth stakeholder collaboration, and achievement of organizational goals.

What are some of the typical challenges a Program Associate might face when managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Program Associates often juggle several projects at once, each with its own deadlines, stakeholders, and reporting requirements. Balancing competing priorities while ensuring that every project receives adequate attention can be challenging. Effective time management, clear communication with team members, and proactive problem-solving are essential for success in this role. Regular check-ins with supervisors and utilizing project management tools can also help Program Associates stay organized and meet expectations.

What Is a Program Associate?

A program associate fills a variety of roles in nonprofits and professional associations, including that of office administrator, project manager, and strategic planner. In this career, you often work to sustain your organization by managing donor programs, fundraising, and enlisting support from a corporation or government agencies. Depending on your role and the organization, your job duties may include creating plans and budgets, tracking membership or partnerships, calculating donations or other expenditures, developing program literature, and researching or analyzing data. You need to plan and execute events seamlessly, so organizational skills are vital. Common qualifications for a program associate include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

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Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapist

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Ames, IA

Part-time

Posted 9 days ago

Mary Greeley Medical Center rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

435th of 997 rated hospitals

Job description

  • Position Summary
    • Ensures all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care. Under general supervision, performs routine and intensive respiratory care treatment, diagnostic testing, manages routine and critical care equipment, provides patient education and care planning, and assists with discharge planning for patient neonatal through geriatric. Key member of critical care response teams, include Code Blue, Rapid Response Team (ACT team), Trauma Alert, and Cardiac Alert.
  • Position Responsibilities

    • Unit Specific Position Responsibilities
      • Conducts training for new personnel and assists in developing and implementing continuing education programs. Advises respiratory care technicians and assistants.
      • Stocks patient care areas utilizing LEAN concepts.
      • Performs routine preventive maintenance on various pieces of equipment.
      • Assists with on-call responsibilities, as assigned.
      • Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes various pieces of equipment according to procedures. Assembles and checks equipment function prior to patient use.
      • Assessment: Observes and monitors signs, symptoms and reactions to respiratory care treatment and diagnostic testing, determines whether these exhibit normal or abnormal characteristics and consults with medical staff and other members of the health care team by making recommendations and suggesting changes as necessary.
      • Care Plan: Develop, implement, and monitor respiratory care plan.
      • Routine Therapy: Delivers aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy, chest physical therapy and postural drainage, and incentive breathing exercises. Initiates oxygen therapy per physician order or protocol and advises physician on options available. Periodically checks oxygen therapy delivery system and patient response.
      • Critical Care: Sets up, operates and troubleshoots mechanical ventilators, CPAP systems and headboxes in ICCU and NICU; checks such functions as flow, volumes, pressures, gas mixture and humidification system. Performs and interprets weaning parameters, determines patient's pulmonary compliance and advises physician of patient's ability to be weaned from mechanical ventilatory support during daily ICU Rounds.
      • Diagnostics: Performs bedside pulmonary function testing, exhaled gas analysis, ECG testing, and utilizes pulse oximetry to assess, adjust and wean oxygen therapy. Performs arterial blood gas collection, analysis, reporting, and
      • Airway Maintenance: Suctions patients, assits with tracheostomy care, conscious sedation support, and responds to emergency calls to provide airway maintenance.
      • External Transports: Coordinates and participates in the transport of certain types of patients by monitoring equipment and cardiopulmonary status of these patients.
      • Procedure Assist: Assists with special procedures such as bedside bronchoscopy.
      • Documentation: Maintains medical records and departmental records.
      • Emergency Response/Support: Key member of critical care response teams, include Code Blue, Rapid Response Team (ACT team), Trauma Alert, and Cardiac Alert.
      • Age Specific Care: Take into consideration the age, growth and development of the patient when planning and providing care and diagnostic procedures.
      • Advanced Training: With applicable training and competency assessment, assists with diagnostic bronchoscopies, complete pulmonary function studies including DLCO and TGV, Pulmonary Rehabilitiation, Sleep Studies and as a home medical equipment therapist. [See “Special Procedure Therapist”]
      • Assists with discharge planning and contributes to daily patient care conferences.
      • Participates in community educational programs, smoking cessation and pulmonary function testing to promote health awareness.
  • Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
    • Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):
      • Complete Respiratory Therapy Program
      • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and,
      • Successfully complete registry level credentialing examinations offered by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
      • Must be licensed as Respiratory Care Practitioner by the Iowa Department of Public Health.
      • Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
      • Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within six months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
    • Organizational Requirements:
      • Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.
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      Preferred Qualifications:
      • Registry-Level (RRT) credential through NBRC, licensed as RCP in state of Iowa DPH
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      Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
      • Ability to demonstrate and maintain considerable cardiopulmonary care knowledge, patient routine and critical care, equipment, diagnostics, patient education, and care planning for the neonatal through geriatric patient.
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      Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
      • Diverse training and experience in Cardiopulmonary Care in various setting, procedures, diagnostics, and critical care.
      • Two years experience in acute care.

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