Respiratory Assistant

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Respiratory Assistant at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ. The role is hourly, Day shift, with a pay range of $19.00 - $21.00 per hour, located at 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112-2027.

The Respiratory Care department seeks a team-oriented individual to maintain equipment, manage medical gas inventories, and transport supplies. Prior hospital experience preferred and orientation programs must be completed.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital or medical experience preferred.
• Successful completion of all required orientation programs.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, stocks, covers, and initials all assigned or designated respiratory equipment.
• Monitors line pressure and cylinder inventory of medical gas systems.
• Delivers full gas cylinders and retrieves empty cylinders from all areas of the Medical Center.
• Transports medications to and from the Pharmacy.
• Responds to emergencies and assists Respiratory Care Practitioners as needed.

Skills

Medical equipment handling

Inventory management

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Job Title: Respiratory Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Respiratory Care

Req #: 0000261200

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Section I: Job-Specific Requirements of Position

Job Specific Requirements

• Cleans, stocks, covers, and initials all assigned or designated respiratory equipment.
• Completes all assignments within the agreed-upon timeframe.
• Maintains adequate stock of all supplies used to clean respiratory equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and order of the Medical Gas Room and Clean and Dirty Equipment Rooms.
• Monitors line pressure and cylinder inventory of the Nitrous Oxide system and all other Medical Center medical gas bank systems, including oxygen and nitrogen.
• Performs inventory of non-Pyxis supplies.
• Maintains inventory of all medical gases necessary for the daily operation of the Respiratory Care Department and Medical Center.
• Performs maintenance, daily rounds, and stocking of supplies for departmental Blood Gas Machines.
• Cleans and maintains Respiratory Care equipment.
• Maintains inventory of all medical gas cylinders.
• Delivers full medical gas cylinders and retrieves empty cylinders from all areas of the Medical Center.
• Transports medications to and from the Pharmacy.
• Responds to and assists the Respiratory Care Practitioner during Medical Center emergencies when needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Section II: Universal Behavioral Competency Standards

Customer Service/Patient Satisfaction

Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.

Confidentiality

Adheres to patient rights and provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records.

Professionalism

Demonstrates professionalism when interacting with patients, families, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and supervisors.

Communication

Listens and communicates effectively with patients, families, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and other members of the healthcare team.

Teamwork

Supports teamwork through cooperative problem-solving and participation in meetings, projects, and departmental activities.

Quality/Performance Improvement

Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure, and improve organizational and departmental functions.

Autonomy

Organizes work, sets priorities with minimal supervision, and seeks guidance when appropriate.

Accountability

Makes timely decisions consistent with departmental objectives, policies, and procedures.

Ownership

Demonstrates sound judgment and accepts and benefits from constructive criticism.

Professional Development/Job Awareness

Participates in ongoing education and training as required.

Section III: Job Qualifications/Education/Training/Certification/Licensure

Comments

• Previous hospital or medical experience preferred.
• Successful completion of all required orientation programs.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer