respiratory equipment assistant

WVU Medicine

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Equipment Assistant supports the respiratory department by setting up, cleaning, and reprocessing therapeutic and diagnostic respiratory/pulmonary equipment, and managing local supplies under the direction and supervision of a respiratory therapist. The role helps ensure equipment is properly allocated and readily available throughout the hospital. This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program.
• Computer skills.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cleanliness and organization of respiratory therapy supply areas throughout the hospital.
• Clean and process respiratory equipment intended for multi-patient use in accordance with current hospital infection control policies and standards.
• Assist respiratory therapists with equipment and supply needs.
• Set up ventilators in the department and perform pre-use checks.
• Set up respiratory equipment, including HFNC and BiPAP, as instructed.
• Report defective or damaged equipment to the HTM department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed