Respiratory Care Assistant

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

The preferred candidate will be currently enrolled in a Respiratory Therapy program.
Performs support functions of the Respiratory Care Department. Responsible for decontamination and processing of equipment, stocking supplies and clerical duties of the Respiratory Care Department.

• Performs equipment processing, to include: disassembly, decontamination and reassembly of respiratory care equipment. Recognizes and takes appropriate action when equipment malfunctions.
• Delivers and maintains adequate par stock of oxygen cylinders.
• Maintains stock inventory in the respiratory care department and satellite areas.
• Performs oxygen rounds and equipment changes under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Explains equipment procedures to patients and families to elicit cooperation and maximize effectiveness of procedure.
• Performs support functions that are facility specific ( i.e. patient scheduling, filing, documentation, charges, etc.). May be required to assist with CPR.

What We Require:

Education: High school or equivalent. Current enrollment in respiratory or other health related curriculum.

Experience: One year of patient care experience as a nursing aide, patient care aide, or current enrollment in a health related curriculum.
Licensure/Certifications/Registration: None required. Competency validations as appropriate. AHA BLS-HCP required or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Good interpersonal skills

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...
An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.
Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.