Respiratory Therapy Assistant, FT Rotating (57908)
EL PASO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL CORPORATION
- Location
- Onsite (El Paso, TX)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 3 weeks ago
About the role
El Paso Children's Hospital seeks a Respiratory Therapy Assistant to support the Respiratory Care Department under licensed therapists. The role involves preparing equipment, assisting with patient transport, and performing non-licensed patient care activities in a pediatric acute care setting.
Skills
Respiratory anatomy
Physiology
Medical equipment maintenance
Patient transport
Communication
Teamwork
Task prioritization
Electronic medical record proficiency
Basic computer skills
Emergency medical services
Patient care
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Full job details
Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: El Paso Childrens Hospital - El Paso, TX 79905Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolJob Shift: EveningJob Category: Health CarePosition Summary
The Respiratory Therapy Assistant provides operational and patient care support to the Respiratory Care Department under the direction of licensed Respiratory Therapists. The Respiratory Therapy Assistant supports respiratory services by preparing equipment, assisting with patient transport, stocking supplies, performing non-licensed patient care activities, and ensuring the readiness of respiratory equipment throughout the hospital.
QualificationsMinimum Position Requirements:
Work Experience:
High School Diploma or GED.
Hospital experience is preferred
Experience working in emergency medical services, healthcare, or patient care environments.
License/Registration/Certification:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic Certification required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) Preferred.
Education and Training:
Current Texas EMT-Basic, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic certification (or state equivalent).
Skills:
Knowledge of basic respiratory anatomy and physiology.
Ability to operate and maintain medical equipment safely.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Basic computer skills and electronic medical record proficiency.
Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and promptly notify licensed staff.