Student Respiratory Care Assistant
Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Somerset
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Kickstart Your Career in Respiratory Care! Are
you a respiratory care student looking for hands-on experience
while continuing your education? At UPMC Somerset, you’ll work
alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.
We’ll help you grow your skills while offering a flexible schedule
that fits your school commitments. What You’ll Do: In this role,
you’ll work under the direction of a licensed respiratory therapist
and assist with a variety of tasks that support patient care and
respiratory services. You will: Respond to the needs of patients,
families, and staff with service excellence. Maintain and
distribute oxygen cylinders and respiratory equipment across
inpatient units, the emergency department, and clinics. Assemble,
clean, disinfect, calibrate, and troubleshoot respiratory care
equipment. Transport equipment safely using proper infection
control techniques. Assist respiratory therapists with procedures
such as bronchoscopy setup, non-emergent intubations/extubations,
and sleep study documentation. Perform smoking cessation counseling
per department policy. Track and catalog respiratory care equipment
and assist with preventative maintenance. Deliver home care
supplies such as oxygen tanks/compressors. Use Microsoft Office,
EHR systems, and ordering platforms to complete tasks efficiently.
Why You’ll Love Working Here: Flexible scheduling to accommodate
your school commitments. Hands-on experience in a respected
healthcare system. A supportive team environment and mentorship
opportunities. Ready to Apply? Take the first step toward your
respiratory care career! High school diploma and must currently be
enrolled in respiratory therapist program. Must be able to lift
equipment and or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds and push/handle
equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Licensure, Certifications, and
Clearances: Basic Life Support (BLS) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI
Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran
Keywords: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center, Reading , Student Respiratory Care Assistant, Healthcare , Somerset, Pennsylvania
