Respiratory Care Assistant

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Alice (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Jobs is hiring a Respiratory Care Assistant in Raleigh, NC. You'll work under supervision to deliver safe and effective respiratory care while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Ideal candidates will be enrolled in an accredited Respiratory Care Program and possess certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to excellence and community health!

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program.
• Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Strong passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Administer breathing treatments and oxygen therapy.
• Assist with patient assessments and record patient data.
• Operate respiratory equipment and perform aerosol therapy.

Skills

Breathing treatments

Patient assessments

Respiratory equipment operation

Compassionate care

Education

Enrollment in CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Ready to breathe life into your career while making a real impact?

At WakeMed, we're not just a hospital—we're a community built on compassion, excellence, and innovation. As a Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA), you'll be part of a team that's deeply committed to delivering exceptional care to the patients within our community!

Responsibilities

As an RCA, you'll work under the direct supervision of a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) and support our respiratory therapy team in delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care. You'll gain hands‑on experience while continuing your education in a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)-approved program.

• Administering breathing treatments and supplemental oxygen therapy
• Assisting with patient assessments and documentation
• Operating and setting up respiratory equipment
• Performing procedures such as aerosol therapy, MDI administration, incentive spirometry, airway clearance therapy, and chest physiotherapy with suctioning
• Supporting arterial puncture and electrocardiograms (if applicable)
• Recording patient data in our medical record system

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a CoARC-accredited Respiratory Care Program
• Current certifications in
  • Respiratory Care Assistant – required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• A passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence

Benefits

We live the WakeWay to Excellence – a culture of respect, teamwork, and continuous learning. Here, you're not just gaining experience—you're joining a mission‑driven organization that invests in your growth and celebrates your contributions.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well‑being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, please visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Respiratory Care Assistant Required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and Enrolled in Accredited Program Respiratory Therapy Required

Experience

Training Clinical – Respiratory Therapy Required