Children's National Medical Center
Respiratory Care Assistant - PRN
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Job Description - Respiratory Care Assistant - PRN (250002PT) The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKG), conducts inventory, tests and sets-up, disinfects, processes, stores, and stocks equipment and supplies for use in critical and acute patient care areas, utilizing established infection control practices and per manufacturer guidelines. The RCA works in collaboration with the Operations Program Manager with inventory and supply reports. The RCA removes, disinfects, and replaces soiled critical and acute care equipment and supplies to be disinfected and/or repaired. The RCA also maintains the stock, appearance, and cleanliness of all assigned equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and in alignment with established infection control procedures. The role requires effective communication with healthcare team members and adherence to department/hospital quality control standards, with issues/concerns communicated to supervisory staff appropriately. Qualifications
Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year experience acquired via working in a hospital setting (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge equivalent to completing 4 years of High School. Ability to organize, establish priorities and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Basic computer skills; ability to log in to a Windows-based PC. Physical ability to move, lift and carry equipment/gas cylinders; stamina to stand and walk for long periods. Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies > 50 lbs, with reach and stooping as required. Interpersonal skills to interact courteously with department staff, hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. Ability to disassemble, wash and reassemble moderately complex equipment. Demonstrate the ability to correctly order supplies and provide equipment so patient care is not interrupted. Functional Accountabilities Processes Equipment Gather contaminated equipment/supplies from various locations and return them to the department in a timely manner. Ensure all respiratory equipment (ventilators, BiPaps/CPaps, high-flow devices, EKG machines) are disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled appropriately for safe use by patients and staff per infection control policies. Follow all infection control procedures to ensure equipment is cleaned and reassembled appropriately for safe use, including incubators, radiant warmers, and other assigned equipment. Consistently and accurately performs equipment operation verification testing according to department and manufacturers’ standards. Takes ownership for set-up and transportation of portable medical gas tanks per department standards. Demonstrates proper safety precautions when working with cleaning agents per department policies and procedures. Stock all assigned areas with appropriate equipment/supplies; manage par levels and exchange empty gas cylinders as needed. Notify appropriate personnel when supplies or equipment are needed; assist with ordering equipment from warehouse and coordinating with Biomed for disinfection, as needed with the Operations Program Manager and Department Manager. Store items in an organized manner for reassessment by unit/clinical staff. Completes department, hospital, and system competencies within designated timeframes. Accurately inventories equipment/supplies and maintains knowledge of stock locations and par levels. Documents needs for equipment and supplies to maintain levels as needed. Under the direction of the manager, may communicate with suppliers’ representatives when necessary. Patient Care Support/Assistance
Maintain, manage, and conduct tests that measure and monitor electrocardiograms (EKG) under direct supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Document EKG tasks as assigned. Maintain logs for eye station. Actively seek ways to assist members of the healthcare team. Participate in 80% of department staff meetings and in-services. Consistently communicates with healthcare team members in a manner consistent with Children’s National Hospital standards. Locations
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job
Allied Health Organization
COE Hospital-Based Specialties Job Posting
Sep 24, 2025, 8:28:58 PM Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances, or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff. Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children’s National and its affiliates maintain the right to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
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Job Description - Respiratory Care Assistant - PRN (250002PT) The Respiratory Care Assistant (RCA) performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKG), conducts inventory, tests and sets-up, disinfects, processes, stores, and stocks equipment and supplies for use in critical and acute patient care areas, utilizing established infection control practices and per manufacturer guidelines. The RCA works in collaboration with the Operations Program Manager with inventory and supply reports. The RCA removes, disinfects, and replaces soiled critical and acute care equipment and supplies to be disinfected and/or repaired. The RCA also maintains the stock, appearance, and cleanliness of all assigned equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and in alignment with established infection control procedures. The role requires effective communication with healthcare team members and adherence to department/hospital quality control standards, with issues/concerns communicated to supervisory staff appropriately. Qualifications
Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required) Minimum Work Experience 1 year experience acquired via working in a hospital setting (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Knowledge equivalent to completing 4 years of High School. Ability to organize, establish priorities and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Basic computer skills; ability to log in to a Windows-based PC. Physical ability to move, lift and carry equipment/gas cylinders; stamina to stand and walk for long periods. Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies > 50 lbs, with reach and stooping as required. Interpersonal skills to interact courteously with department staff, hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. Ability to disassemble, wash and reassemble moderately complex equipment. Demonstrate the ability to correctly order supplies and provide equipment so patient care is not interrupted. Functional Accountabilities Processes Equipment Gather contaminated equipment/supplies from various locations and return them to the department in a timely manner. Ensure all respiratory equipment (ventilators, BiPaps/CPaps, high-flow devices, EKG machines) are disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled appropriately for safe use by patients and staff per infection control policies. Follow all infection control procedures to ensure equipment is cleaned and reassembled appropriately for safe use, including incubators, radiant warmers, and other assigned equipment. Consistently and accurately performs equipment operation verification testing according to department and manufacturers’ standards. Takes ownership for set-up and transportation of portable medical gas tanks per department standards. Demonstrates proper safety precautions when working with cleaning agents per department policies and procedures. Stock all assigned areas with appropriate equipment/supplies; manage par levels and exchange empty gas cylinders as needed. Notify appropriate personnel when supplies or equipment are needed; assist with ordering equipment from warehouse and coordinating with Biomed for disinfection, as needed with the Operations Program Manager and Department Manager. Store items in an organized manner for reassessment by unit/clinical staff. Completes department, hospital, and system competencies within designated timeframes. Accurately inventories equipment/supplies and maintains knowledge of stock locations and par levels. Documents needs for equipment and supplies to maintain levels as needed. Under the direction of the manager, may communicate with suppliers’ representatives when necessary. Patient Care Support/Assistance
Maintain, manage, and conduct tests that measure and monitor electrocardiograms (EKG) under direct supervision of a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Document EKG tasks as assigned. Maintain logs for eye station. Actively seek ways to assist members of the healthcare team. Participate in 80% of department staff meetings and in-services. Consistently communicates with healthcare team members in a manner consistent with Children’s National Hospital standards. Locations
Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job
Allied Health Organization
COE Hospital-Based Specialties Job Posting
Sep 24, 2025, 8:28:58 PM Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster. Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances, or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff. Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children’s National and its affiliates maintain the right to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
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