Respiratory Aide II PRN - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health BSMH • Springfield, OH

5h

About The Position

The Respiratory Aide II provides basic respiratory care to non-acute patients under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist. The position may also clean, assemble, test, and maintain respiratory supplies and equipment, manage respiratory inventory, and keep the work area clean, organized, and functional.

The role supports patient care by collecting and processing arterial or capillary blood samples, administering oxygen delivery devices as appropriate, monitoring non-invasive equipment, and assisting with basic respiratory therapy procedures. It may also include performing EKGs and supporting respiratory equipment needs for procedures and examinations.

This is a PRN position at Springfield Regional Medical Center. Candidates must be current students in good standing in an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program or recent graduates of such a program, and must hold a current Respiratory Care Limited Permit as required by the state and American Heart Association BLS certification.

Requirements

• Be a current student in good standing in an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program or a recent graduate of an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program.
• Hold a current Respiratory Care Limited Permit, as required by the state of employment.
• Hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
• Have good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse people.
• Demonstrate organization, accurate recordkeeping and inventory management, and appropriate work prioritization.
• Have basic computer skills, troubleshooting ability, creative thinking, customer service skills, and good time management.
• Be able to receive feedback, gather and interpret data, and demonstrate accountability.
• Have knowledge of non-invasive respiratory therapy equipment, such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• Have knowledge of therapeutic procedures, including CPAP/BiPAP, jet aerosol, oxygen therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, pulse oximetry, high-flow oxygen, continuous aerosols, ventilator management, and diagnostic testing.
• Understand EKGs, electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• No prior experience is required.
• No training is required.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a licensed Respiratory Therapist, draw arterial and/or capillary blood samples, process samples, record and report results, and perform required quality controls.
• May administer oxygen delivery devices and set up and monitor non-invasive equipment such as oximeters or end-tidal CO2 analyzers.
• May provide basic respiratory therapy techniques, including aerosol therapy, postural drainage and percussion, incentive spirometry, and metered dose inhalers.
• May perform EKGs and apply knowledge of electronic monitoring, lead placement, and basic arrhythmias.
• Clean, sterilize, assemble, test, and maintain par levels of facility respiratory equipment.
• Order, maintain, and deliver oxygen to units.
• Ensure respiratory equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Arrange for repair of broken equipment.
• Fill orders for respiratory supplies and equipment.
• Receive deliveries of respiratory supplies and equipment and inspect them for damage.
• Label storage bins, shelves, and other inventory locations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and functional work area.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed