Respiratory Care Assistant

About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider
of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well -being
of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE

Position Information:
The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) is enrolled in a recognized Respiratory Care Program that have been approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.  Respiratory Care Assistant will work under the direct supervision of a licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP).  The RCA will be competent and perform the following respiratory care procedures:  oxygen supply systems equipment processing manual resuscitation oxygen administration humidity and aerosol therapy small volume nebulizer therapy MDI administration incentive spirometry non-invasive mechanical airway clearance therapy chest physiotherapy with suctioning arterial puncture electrocardiogram (if performed by hiring institute) and patient reporting.

Experience Requirements:
Training Clinical - Respiratory Therapy Required

Education Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent  Required - And College Courses Respiratory Therapy Required

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Respiratory Care Assistant Required - And Basic Life Support Required - And Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Required - And Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required

Hours of Work:
7:00pm

Weekend Requirements:
As Needed

Call Requirements:
no