Respiratory Therapy Equipment Tech

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician to support the Respiratory Services team at the Thomas Campus. This part-time evening role (6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.) provides hands-on exposure to pediatric healthcare while working with Respiratory Therapists and clinical teams.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and current BLS certification, with preferred ECG technician training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and BLS certification are required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.
• Experience handling ECGs and maintaining respiratory equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Stock and maintain respiratory supplies; organize equipment for patient care.
• Perform ECGs under a Provider order and ensure proper documentation.
• Transport, clean, and prepare equipment for sterile processing and clinical use.
• Collaborate with RT staff and Biomedical personnel to ensure equipment availability.

Skills

ECG/EKG

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Equipment transport

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

Tools

ECG machine

Job description

Respiratory Therapy Equipment Tech
Department: PCH-MAIN | Respiratory Therapy
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Shifts Vary, 6pm-10pm
Category: Respiratory Care
Posting #: 1051120
Employee Type: Part-Time

Position Summary

Phoenix Children’s is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Equipment Technician to support the Respiratory Services team at the Thomas Campus. This part-time evening position (6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.) is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in exploring a career in healthcare while working alongside Respiratory Therapists and multidisciplinary clinical teams in a pediatric hospital. Responsibilities include performing EKGs, stocking and maintaining respiratory supplies, cleaning and transporting equipment for sterile processing, gathering equipment for patient care, and providing operational support to the Respiratory Therapy department. The ideal candidate is dependable, eager to learn, a strong critical thinker, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma and current BLS certification are required. Successful completion of a nationally and/or state accredited ECG Technician program is preferred. The position offers valuable hands‑on exposure to pediatric healthcare, making it an excellent entry point for individuals considering careers in Respiratory Therapy, Nursing, or other allied health professions. This position performs a variety of routine tasks and functions including but not limited to: ordering and stocking of clean supplies; the cleaning, set-up, and transport of equipment and other patient related items, ensuring availability and readiness for the clinical care team. This position will also perform ECGs under a Provider order and may also be required to maintain and reconcile the ECG database.

Position Duties

Equipment/Supply Management

• Orders, receives, and stocks necessary supplies where needed.
• Adjusts inventory based on volumes, availability, and back orders.
• Collects used re-processable supplies, takes to Sterile Processing, and redistributes processed supplies to appropriate areas.
• Cleans, redistributes, and stages equipment as necessary.
• Assists the Team Leaders/Supervisors in managing Point of Care supplies and medical gas and supply ordering.

Time Management

• Manages workload with minimal supervision.
• Balances multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize and prioritize tasks.

Quality/Regulatory

• Stays apprised of ECRI alerts. Assists with follow up and collaboration with appropriate stakeholders.
• Proactively identifies areas of risk and/or improvements and communicates to leadership.
• Organizes and maintains order of equipment/supply areas, ensuring compliance with Infection Prevention and regulatory guidelines.

Communication/Collaboration

• Collaborates and communicates effectively with the RT bedside staff, RT Leadership and Biomedical staff.
• Communicates with Vendor support personnel, when applicable.
• Relays pertinent information to the RT Leadership team in a timely manner (i.e. supplies on back-order, delivery issues/concerns, etc.).

Performs non-invasive cardiac testing

• Performs electrocardiograms under the order of a physician.
• Ensures proper procedure is followed regarding order verification, report generation, and result dissemination.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable