RESPIRATORY CARE ASSISTANT at Carilion Clinic – Roanoke, Virginia

Job Title: RESPIRATORY CARE ASSISTANT

Description Employment Status:Variable / FlexShift:Variable Hours (United States of America)Facility:1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke CP01 Carilion Medical Center.
Requisition Number:R159701 RESPIRATORY CARE ASSISTANT (Open) How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

Performs support functions of the Respiratory Care Department. Responsible for decontamination and processing of equipment, stocking supplies and clerical duties of the Respiratory Care Department.

• Performs equipment processing, to include: disassembly, decontamination and reassembly of respiratory care equipment. Recognizes and takes appropriate action when equipment malfunctions.
• Delivers and maintains adequate par stock of oxygen cylinders.
• Maintains stock inventory in the respiratory care department and satellite areas.
• Performs oxygen rounds and equipment changes under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Explains equipment procedures to patients and families to elicit cooperation and maximize effectiveness of procedure.
• Performs support functions that are facility specific ( i.e. patient scheduling, filing, documentation, charges, etc.). May be required to assist with CPR.

What We Require:

Education: High school or equivalent. Current enrollment in respiratory or other health related curriculum.

Experience: One year of patient care experience as a nursing aide, patient care aide, or current enrollment in a health related curriculum.

Licensure/Certifications/Registration: None required. Competency validations as appropriate. AHA BLS-HCP required or obtain within 6 months of hire.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Good interpersonal skills

Recruiter:

Dave Niven

Recruiter Email:

dlniven@carilionclinic.org

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training