Compassionate Bedside Respiratory Care Assistant

Virginia Mason Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to support Respiratory Therapists at the bedside. You will clean, disinfect, and prepare a variety of respiratory equipment, and test devices to ensure safe operation for patients receiving respiratory support.

You will assist with select patient care tasks under supervision and work with an interdisciplinary team to promote patient safety and compassionate care, requiring attention to detail and strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NA-C certification or JRCRTE-approved program enrollment preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Understanding of respiratory equipment assembly, use and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of respiratory protocols and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and set up respiratory equipment for bedside use.
• Test equipment before delivery to the bedside for safety and accuracy.
• Assist with select patient care procedures under direct supervision.
• Collaborate with the care team to support safety and inclusion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Respiratory equipment knowledge

Patient care support

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

NA-C certification or JRCRTE program enrollment

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to support Respiratory Therapists at the bedside. You will clean, disinfect, and prepare a variety of respiratory equipment, and test devices to ensure safe operation for patients receiving respiratory support.

You will assist with select patient care tasks under supervision and work with an interdisciplinary team to promote patient safety and compassionate care, requiring attention to detail and strong