Student Respiratory Care Assistant - UPMC Carlisle

UPMC; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Student Respiratory Care Assistant to support respiratory therapy functions in an inpatient setting. This flexible role is ideal for first-year respiratory therapy students, offering valuable hands-on experience while accommodating academic schedules. Responsibilities include equipment management, assisting clinical staff, and maintaining respiratory equipment. Join a team committed to patient care excellence and gain essential skills in a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge and make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a respiratory therapist program with a high school diploma.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oxygen supplies and cylinders across various units.
• Assist with bronchoscope procedures and intubations.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of respiratory equipment.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Equipment Management

Electronic Health Records

Infection Control Protocols

Education

High School Diploma

Enrolled in Respiratory Therapist Program

Job description

Student Respiratory Care Assistant - UPMC Carlisle

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**Role Overview:**
The Respiratory Care Assistant role is designed for first-year respiratory therapy students to gain exposure to an inpatient setting. The position offers a flexible work schedule around classes, with shifts of 4 hours, 4 days per week, during day or evening shifts.

**Purpose:**
Under the general direction of a respiratory therapist, and in accordance with PA Practice Act or NY State guidelines, the student respiratory care assistant performs various functions including equipment management, assisting clinical staff, and maintaining respiratory equipment. Responsibilities include assembly, transport, disinfection, calibration, troubleshooting, and inventory management of respiratory equipment.

**Responsibilities:**
- Exhibit service excellence by responding to the needs of patients, families, physicians, and staff.
- Maintain oxygen supplies and cylinders across inpatient units, emergency department, and clinics.
- Perform routine assembly, maintenance, cleaning, and disinfection of respiratory care equipment.
- Transport and handle respiratory equipment following infection control protocols.
- Report malfunctions and perform preventative maintenance.
- Assist with bronchoscope procedures, intubations, sleep studies, and home care supplies.
- Maintain proficiency with electronic health records and ordering systems.
- Enrolled in a respiratory therapist program with a high school diploma.

**Minimum Requirements:**
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Act 31, 33, 34, and 73 clearances and renewals.

**Additional Information:**
- Full-time employment.
- Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.
- UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.