Pediatric Respiratory Therapy Assistant — Critical Care Support

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Respiratory Therapy Assistant at El Paso Children's Hospital in El Paso, TX provides operational and patient care support under licensed therapists. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, assisting with patient transport, stocking supplies, and keeping respiratory equipment ready for use in a fast-paced pediatric acute care setting.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, current EMT-Basic/Advanced EMT or Paramedic certification, and BLS; ACLS/PALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• EMT-Basic/Advanced EMT or Paramedic certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and/or PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and patient care support to the Respiratory Care Department under licensed Therapists.
• Prepare equipment and assist with patient transport.
• Stock supplies and ensure readiness of respiratory equipment.
• Perform non-licensed patient care activities under supervision.
• Maintain knowledge of basic respiratory anatomy and physiology.

Skills

Respiratory anatomy

Equipment operation

Communication & teamwork

Task prioritization

EMR proficiency

Patient condition notification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT/Paramedic certification

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS preferred

Job description

The Respiratory Therapy Assistant at El Paso Children's Hospital in El Paso, TX provides operational and patient care support under licensed therapists. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, assisting with patient transport, stocking supplies, and keeping respiratory equipment ready for use in a fast-paced pediatric acute care setting.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, current EMT-Basic/Advanced EMT or Paramedic certification, and BLS; ACLS/PALS are preferred.