Respiratory Care Assistant- 20 hours a week
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Essentia Health
Duluth, MN, US
Summary
The Respiratory Care Assistant is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and stocking medical supplies for the Respiratory Care, Pulmonary Function, and Sleep Disorders departments. Additionally, the role involves daily oxygen rounds, equipment maintenance, and managing respiratory care billing.
Job Description
Building Location:
Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Department:
2002760 RESPIRATORY CARE SERVICE - SMMC HOSP
Job Description:
Responsible for cleaning, sterilizing and stocking of medical supplies for Respiratory Care Services, Pulmonary Function Lab and Sleep Disorders Center. Is responsible for daily oxygen rounds, oxygen equipment changes and oxygen cylinder delivery to all patient care areas. Responsible for the daily audit and submission of Respiratory Care billing.
This is a physically active position that requires regular lifting and moving of items weighing up to 20 pounds. Candidates must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and move oxygen tanks as part of their daily responsibilities.
This position also involves the daily use of cleaning products to clean and sanitize equipment and work areas. Candidates should be comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and following all safety procedures.
Education Qualifications:
None
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
None
FTE:
0.5
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Evening Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Afternoons
Shift End Time:
Afternoons
Weekends:
Weekends as needed
Holidays:
Yes
Call Obligation:
No
Union:
SMMC USWA (SMUMS)
Union Posting Deadline:
08/11/2026
Compensation Range:
$16.45 - $24.52
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, six ambulance services, 24 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Duluth, MN
Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, six ambulance services, 24 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Duluth, MN
