What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respiratory Care Assistant position at Carteret Health Care?
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JOB RELATIONSHIPS
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Responsible to licensed Charge Respiratory Therapist and Cardiopulmonary Services Director or designee.
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DEFINITION OF POSITION
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A Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) is responsible for evaluating and implementing the respiratory care of assigned patients.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Professional
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Must be an actively enrolled student in good standing of an accredited respiratory care program and maintaining a minimum grade of 2.0 in all RCP courses.
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Active registration in State of NC as Respiratory Care Assistant.
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Current BLS Healthcare Provider Certification.
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Working Conditions
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Generally comfortable surroundings.
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Extensive walking and standing.
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Variable work hours expected (4-12 shifts).
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Exposure to infectious diseases.
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Exposure to radiation
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Moderate noise.
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Exposure to air borne particles.
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Exposure to caustic chemicals
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Risk of electrical shock.
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