Respiratory Care Assistant: Non-Invasive Therapy Aide

Cape Fear Valley Health System; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Respiratory Care Aide at Hoke Hospital in Raeford, NC. The role supports the Respiratory Care Services department by maintaining supplies, processing equipment, and assisting with non-invasive patient care.

Responsibilities include administering therapy, teaching Incentive Spirometry, and assisting with CPT procedures while avoiding invasive or critical care duties. Certification and enrollment requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to react calmly in stressful hospital situations.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods and handle equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains adequate supplies for the department.
• Picks up dirty equipment and processes for reuse.
• Performs testing of Cidex and other solutions used in the department.
• Administers oxygen therapy and bland aerosol therapy per guidelines.
• Does not participate in invasive procedures or critical care.
• Instructs patients in Incentive Spirometry use.
• Performs CPT per department guidelines.
• Charges for services provided, including BCX system use.
• Performs arterial punctures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English language proficiency

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled student in AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program

Registration with the NCRCB as an RCA

Tools

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Respiratory Care Aide at Hoke Hospital in Raeford, NC. The role supports the Respiratory Care Services department by maintaining supplies, processing equipment, and assisting with non-invasive patient care.

Responsibilities include administering therapy, teaching Incentive Spirometry, and assisting with CPT procedures while avoiding invasive or critical care duties. Certification and enrollment requirements apply.