Respiratory Equipment Tech - PRN

About the Role

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior. Functions under the direct supervision of a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) to perform tasks supporting the department.

Responsibilities

• Document all appropriate procedures, repair, and preventative maintenance of equipment used on all age groups.
• Perform daily equipment processing of all respiratory equipment: disassemble, process, assemble, and test according to department policies and procedures.
• Assist in performing inventory of department equipment and supplies.
• Identify and retrieve all electrical equipment due for calibration and regular preventative maintenance and deliver to the Bio Medical Engineering department on a scheduled basis.
• Ensure movement of equipment to departments as needed for patient care at the direction of the RCP.
• Provide assistance to respiratory care team members and respond to requests from therapists as necessary.
• Maintain respiratory care equipment and supplies within Respiratory Care and on designated patient care units.
• Par stock respiratory care supplies per department policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area in the department: assure supplies are neatly stored and the work area is cleared of hazards 100% of the time.
• May assist the bio-medical technician in tracking and/or repair of respiratory care equipment.
• Transport compressed gas cylinders to patient areas, as required.
• Perform related duties, as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in a respiratory therapist program required.
• One year of previous work experience or educational training in a health care setting preferred, but not required.

Skills

• Ability to use effective communication skills both written and oral in completing job assignments and/or paperwork.
• Ability to follow both written and oral directives and comply with hospital and departmental policies.
• Accuracy in checking, posting, counting, performing technical procedures, and interpretation of instrumentation.

Physical Demands

• Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking.
• Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment for employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term income replacement, and long-term disability for eligible employees.
• Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403B retirement plan with employer match for eligible employees.
• Free financial planning sessions for all employees.
• Educational assistance program to support education goals.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Hourly rate range: $17.69 - $23.08. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Non-exempt positions may include shift differential and/or overtime pay, if applicable.