ACA Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA)

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Respiratory Care Assistant providing essential support in respiratory care services during night shifts. This role involves maintaining adequate supplies, medications, and medical gas tanks within the department, as well as managing the collection and processing of used equipment. You will assist with administering medications via nebulizer and participate in intermittent non-invasive patient care, excluding critical care or unstable patient management.

Education

Applicants must be enrolled students in good standing within an AMA-approved Respiratory Care Program affiliated with a regional healthcare system. Verification of good standing and successful completion of a competency evaluation certifying proficiency in respiratory care procedures, as defined by the relevant respiratory care board, is required.

Experience and Requirements

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Registration as a Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) with the appropriate respiratory care board.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations while interacting with patients, co-workers, and visitors.
• Strong oral communication skills, manual dexterity for equipment operation and assembly, good visual acuity, and physical stamina to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Capability to position and move patients and transport heavy equipment to patient bedsides.
• Willingness to work in an environment that may involve exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials.

This position serves a diverse population in a regional healthcare setting within the Southeastern United States, offering a supportive and patient-centered work environment.