Respiratory Care Assistant: EKG & Equipment Specialist

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to perform EKGs, manage equipment inventory, and support patient care in critical areas.

You will work under supervision, ensuring infection control and accurate documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and hospital experience; enrolled or recent graduates in Respiratory Therapy are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year hospital experience required.
• Preferred: enrolled in or recently graduated from a Respiratory Therapy program.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKG) under supervision.
• Inventory and stock respiratory care equipment per infection control policies.
• Disinfect, clean, and reassemble respiratory equipment.
• Document tasks and maintain logs.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Physical strength

Organization skills

Medical equipment handling

Windows

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Job description

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Respiratory Care Assistant to perform EKGs, manage equipment inventory, and support patient care in critical areas.

You will work under supervision, ensuring infection control and accurate documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and hospital experience; enrolled or recent graduates in Respiratory Therapy are preferred.