Respiratory Support Technician

Cleveland Clinic • Cleveland, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Respiratory Support Technician works in Cleveland Clinic’s Enterprise Respiratory Flexible Staffing Pool, providing students enrolled in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care program with hands-on experience alongside registered respiratory therapists (RRTs). The role supports daily respiratory care activities, including cleaning equipment and supplying bedside caregivers. It is a PRN position with flexibility to accommodate a school schedule. After the first year of school, a technician may transition to a Limited Permit Holder position during the second year when eligible.

The caregiver works varying shifts. The listed schedules are 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Work may be at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and/or regional hospitals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Acceptance into or active enrollment in an accredited Respiratory Therapy program.
• Strong background in math and science.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association within the new-hire period.
• Be able to walk long distances while pushing a cart of equipment and supplies.
• Be able to lift equipment weighing more than 35 pounds.
• Be able to push or pull loaded equipment carts weighing more than 100 pounds.
• Follow departmental standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean respiratory equipment and provide supplies to nursing floors and ICUs at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and/or regional hospitals.
• Shadow and observe the daily responsibilities of registered respiratory therapists.
• Manage stock and take inventory of respiratory therapy equipment and supplies.
• Follow up and assist with administrative duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED