Respiratory Assistant

Job Title: Respiratory Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Respiratory

Req #: 0000217129

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Assists in inventory of non-Pyxis supplies. Maintains inventory of all medical gases necessary for daily operation of the Respiratory Care Department and Medical Center. Performs maintenance, daily rounds and stocking of supplies for the departmental Blood Gas Machines. Cleans and maintains Respiratory Care equipment.

Qualification

Required:

• Previous hospital or medical experience preferred. Successful completion of all required orientation programs

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Per Diem
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Clean, stock, cover and initial all assigned or designated respiratory equipment.

• Completes all assignments in the agreed upon timeframe.

• Maintain adequate stock of all supplies used to clean all respiratory equipment.

• Maintain cleanliness and order of the Medical Gas and Clean and Dirty Equipment Rooms.

• Monitor level line pressure and cylinder inventory of Nitrous Oxide system and all other Medical Center Bank Systems (oxygen, nitrogen, etc.)

• Performs other duties as requested.

• Respond to and assist the Respiratory Care Practitioner in any Medical Center emergency when needed.

• Responsible for inventory of all medical gas cylinders.

• Responsible to delivering full medical and retrieving empty gas cylinders to all areas of the Medical Center.

• Transports medications to and from the pharmacy.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer