Respiratory Equipment Tech

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; Vor Ort; USD 27.000 - 36.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is hiring a Respiratory Care Equipment Technician to support the Respiratory Care team at Baystate Medical Center. This Per Diem role focuses on cleaning, processing, assembling, and stocking respiratory care equipment to ensure readiness for patient care.

No prior work experience is required; the position is ideal for students pursuing Respiratory Therapy. You will learn infection control, equipment checks, EKG procedures, and collaboration with clinical staff

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a patient care setting preferred.
• Familiarity with patient care-related equipment.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Clean, maintain, process, and assemble respiratory care equipment according to cleaning and infection control procedures.
• Operate equipment processing machinery per established procedures.
• Maintain equipment and supply rooms with adequate inventory and oxygen cylinder availability.
• Follow Body Substance Precautions and separate clean and contaminated equipment.

Kenntnisse

Patient care experience

Equipment familiarity

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certified Respiratory Therapist

Jobbeschreibung

Respiratory Care Equipment Technician – Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care Equipment Technician in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers Department: Respiratory Care Location: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts Job Type: Per Diem Shift: First

Baystate Health is seeking a Respiratory Care Equipment Technician to join our Respiratory Care team at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Our team supports respiratory care services by ensuring equipment is properly cleaned, processed, assembled, and readily available to support patient care.

This Per Diem role is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a degree or career in Respiratory Therapy to gain valuable hands‑on experience in a hospital environment. You'll develop familiarity with respiratory care equipment, infection control practices, oxygen and aerosol checks, and EKG procedures while working alongside healthcare professionals. No previous work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, process, and assemble respiratory care equipment according to established cleaning, sterilization, and infection control procedures.
• Operate equipment processing machinery, including the Pasteurmatic washer, according to established procedures.
• Maintain equipment and supply rooms, ensuring adequate inventory according to established par levels and appropriate oxygen cylinder availability.
• Follow Body Substance Precautions and ensure proper separation of clean and contaminated equipment and work areas.
• Perform and document oxygen and aerosol checks as required.
• Perform EKG tracings, respond to STAT requests according to established policies, and complete required documentation.
• Work independently, prioritize assignments, respond to pages promptly, and communicate equipment needs or problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality while demonstrating professionalism and teamwork when interacting with patients, visitors, and healthcare colleagues.

Schedule

Job Type: Per Diem Shift: First Hours: Per diem; hours vary based on departmental needs. Schedule: As needed based on department requirements.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice. Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

No previous work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in a patient care setting.
• Familiarity with patient care-related equipment.
• Previous patient care experience.

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Education

• GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist - The National Board of Respiratory Care

Compensation Note

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $19.29 - $22.16 - $25.87

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high‑quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever‑growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield