Respiratory Therapy Assistant

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension Health in Austin, TX, is seeking a part-time Respiratory Care support role for night shifts at Dell Children's Medical Center in the Pediatric Respiratory Care department. The role focuses on assisting therapists, equipment readiness, and safe patient care.

The position requires a high school diploma equivalency or 1 year of relevant experience, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within Ascension.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.
• Licensure/certification not required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical therapy: Assist therapists with daily respiratory care procedures to ensure safe, effective patient treatment.
• Maintain equipment readiness: Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure every device is fully operational and safe for clinical use.
• Manage clinical supplies: Track and restock supply inventory to keep therapy spaces fully equipped for seamless patient care.
• Coordinate safety and sanitation: Prepare and sanitize treatment areas while logging routine equipment maintenance to uphold rigorous health standards.

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department: Pediatric Respiratory Care

Schedule: Night shift | Part-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Support clinical therapy: Assist therapists with daily respiratory care procedures to ensure safe, effective patient treatment.

• Maintain equipment readiness: Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot equipment to ensure every device is fully operational and safe for clinical use.

• Manage clinical supplies: Track and restock supply inventory to keep therapy spaces fully equipped for seamless patient care.

• Coordinate safety and sanitation: Prepare and sanitize treatment areas while logging routine equipment maintenance to uphold rigorous health standards.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• None Required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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